Term | Definition |
A characteristic that can be observed without changing the identity of the matter. | physical property |
The ability to dissolve and mix evenly with water | solubility |
The ability to be molded and shaped, like clay | malleability |
How shiny an object is | luster |
Ice turns to liquid water when it reaches its | melting point |
The measure of the pull of gravity on an object | weight |
The smallest unit of matter | atom |
Two or more different elements bonded together and can’t be separated | compound |
Two of the same atoms joined | diatomic molecule |
Your weight would change on a planet because of the change in gravity | True |
How many types of atoms are in an element? | one |
Homogeneous mixtures are the same in all parts. | True |
Heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures are always liquids. | False |
Baking a cake is an example of a physical change. | False |
Elements and compounds are two types of pure substances | True |
A diatomic molecule is still an element. | True |
Copper wire heats up quickly because it has good | thermal conductivity |
The reason why a paper clip will attach to a magnet. | magnetic attraction |
The type of mixture that can be separated by physical means | heterogeneous |
The air inside a balloon. | An example of matter. |
An example of a homogeneous mixture | lemonade |