3.1 Flashcards
1
Q
is a pure substance that cannot be separated into
A
element
2
Q
a sample of matter, either a single element or a single compound, has definite chemical and physical properties
A
pure substance
3
Q
an element that is shiny and that conducts heat and electricity well
A
metal
4
Q
an element hat conducts heat and electricity poorly
A
nonmetal
5
Q
elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals
A
metalloid
6
Q
particles
A
atoms
7
Q
These properties do not depend on the amount of the element present
A
characteristic properties
8
Q
They can be hammered into thin sheets
A
malleable
9
Q
they can be drawn into thin wires
A
ductile
