Ch 8 Les 1 Flashcards
Product
A new substance resulting from a chemical change.
Chemical Reaction
A change or reaction that creates a new kind of matter with different properties from the original matter.
Reactivity
The ability of elements to take part in a chemical reactions.
Precipitate
The solid product of a chemical reaction in a solution.
Metal
A substance that conducts heat and electricity.
Conductivity
The degree to which heat or electricity flows through a substance.
Insulator
Something that resistance to energy, such as heat, electricity, or sound.
Superconductor
A material that resistance to electrical flow at extremely low temperatures.
Malleable
Capable of being rolled or pounded into flat sheets.
Ductile
Capable of being drawn into wire or thread.
Corrosion
The gradual weakening and wearing away of something, usually due to a chemical reaction.
Alloy
A mixture of two or more elements, usually metals.
Salt
A white substance that is found in sea water and in the earth.
Acid
A substance that tastes sour, sharp or biting.
Indicator
A person or thing that indicates.