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Chemistry
Grade 10: Matter and Classification
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Homogeneous mixture | A mixture of uniform composition and in which all components are in the same phase. |
| Heterogeneous mixture | A mixture of non-uniform composition and of which the components can be easily identified. |
| Element | A pure substance consisting of one type of atom. |
| Compound | A pure substance consisting of two or more different elements. |
| Pure substance | A substance that cannot be separated into simpler components by physical methods. |
| Electrical conductor | A material that allows the flow of charge. |
| Semiconductor | A substance that can conduct electricity under some conditions, but not others, making it a good medium for the control of electrical current. |
| Electrical insulator | A material that prevents the flow of charge. |
| Thermal conductor | A material that allows heat to pass through easily. |
| Thermal insulator | A material does not allow heat to pass through it. |