Atoms, Elements, Molecules and Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
What is an atom
A
a tiny particle
2
Q
What is an element
A
something that only contains one type of atom
3
Q
What are the vertical columns in the periodic table called
A
groups
4
Q
What are the horizontal columns in the periodic table called
A
periods
5
Q
What is a compound
A
two or more elements joined up
6
Q
What is the ide ending used for
A
two different elements combined
7
Q
What is the ate ending used for
A
three or more elements combined
8
Q
Where are metals found on the periodic table
A
left
9
Q
Where are non-metals found on the periodic table
A
right
10
Q
What has a higher melting point, a metal or non metal
A
metal
11
Q
What is air made up of
A
78% nitrogen 21% oxygen
