3_ Classifying Matter

Question 1

Define matter.

Answer 1

Anything that can take up space, that is made up of tiny particles.

Question 2

What are the two types of matter?

Answer 2

Pure substances & Mixtures

Question 3

Define the 2 types of pure substances. Identify their similarities.

Answer 3

Both are pure substances because each particle within the substance is the same.
Elements: made up of single types of atoms
Compounds: made up of 2(+) types of atoms

Question 4

What are the 3 things that comprise an atom?

Answer 4

protons, neutrons, electrons

Question 5

Define the 2 types of mixtures. Identify their similarities.

Answer 5

Both are comprised of 2(+) pure substances.
Homogeneous: solution with 1 solute and 1 solvent, cannot be separated easily, holds 1 uniform
Heterogeneous: has 2(+) distinct phases, does not look the same throughout, can be easily separated