Chapter 1 Flashcards
Theory
A broad generalization that explains a body of facts that have been proven multiple times
Law
A theory that has lasted the test of time (never disproved)
Chemistry
Study of the structure and function of matter
Physics
Study of energy
Biology
Study of living organisms
Matter
Anything that has mass and takes up space and has inertia
Energy
Ability to do work
Inertia
An object in motion stays in motion. An object at rest stays at rest. Unless acted upon by another force.
Work
Ability to move matter
Kinetic Energy
Energy in motion
Potential Energy
Stored energy
Radiant Energy
Energy that moves through space
Lavoisier
Father of modern chemistry. Tax Collector
Einstein
Theory of relativity- E = mc^2 (He was Jewish)
Mass
Measure of the amount of matter
Element
Substance made of only one type of atom
Compound
Substance that is made from atoms of 2 or more elements
Mixture
A blend of 2 or more kinds of matter
Property
Characteristics that define an entire group of substances
Berzelius
Came up with the symbols for the elements
Branches of Chemistry
Organic, Inorganic, Physical, Biochemistry, Analytical, Theoretical
Intensive Physical Property
Do not depend on amount of matter
Extensive Physical Property
Do depend on amount of matter
Law of Conservation of Matter
Matter can’t be destroyed or created
