2.7 compounds and mixtures Flashcards
what is a mixture
when two or more elements are mixed together, but do not form a new product
what is a compound
when two or more elements are bonded together to form a new product
explain the difference between a compound and a mixture
compounds form new products whereas mixtures do not
draw the atoms of a compound with iron and sulfur. what is the name of this compound?
iron sulfide. the atoms are bonded together to make a compound.
draw the atoms of a mixture with iron and sulfur. what is the difference between a mixture with iron and sulfur and a compound with the same?
the atoms of a mixture are spread farther apart, whilst the compound’s atoms are bonded together to form the new product
does the product in a compound have different property?
yes