1.1 Formulas, Equations And Amounts Of Substance (Definitions) Flashcards
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Element
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An element is a substance that consists of only one type of atom. Elements cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.
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Compound
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A compound is a substance that consists of two or more elements that are chemically joined together.
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Mixture
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A mixture consists of two or more substances that are easy to separate.
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Molecule
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A molecule consists of two or more atoms bonded together. The atoms can be the same or different.