8-Chemical Analysis (2) Flashcards
1
Q
What is a pure substance?
A
- only contains one element or compound
2
Q
How can you tell if a substance is chemically pure?
A
- test its boiling point
- chemically pure substance will melt or boil at a specific temperature
- impurities increase boiling poiny
3
Q
What are formulations like?
A
- useful mixtures with a precise purpose
- e.g paints are formulations that contain; pigment for colour, binder to help paint attach itself when dry
- solvent to help pigment and binder spread well during painting by thinning them out