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Atom |
the smallest particle of an element that retains the characteristic chemical properties of that element |
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Molecule |
a combination of two or more atoms held together in a specific shape by attractive forces |
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Ion |
a charged atom or group of atoms |
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Elements |
Pure substances that cannot be decomposed by ordinary chemical means to other substances. Each element consists of only one type of atom. Elements can exist as isolated atoms, molecules, and networks. |
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Compounds |
Composed of atoms of more than one element; there are at least two types of atoms present. |
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Pure Substances |
Elements and compounds. Can not be separated by physical means. Ex) Water, Carbon Dioxide, |
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Mixture |
Mixing together pure substances |
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Homogeneous Mixture |
All parts of mixture are of the same composition and uniform throughout. Particles will not settle or be filtered out. Example: Sugar water, salt water, air. |
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Heterogenous Mixture |
Not uniform throughout. You can see the different particles within the mixture ( some might have to be under a microscope). Example: blood, gasoline, milk, pulpy orange juice. |
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