matter Flashcards
1
Q
what is an element?
A
substances that are only made up of one atom
2
Q
what is an atom?
A
smallest part of an element that can exist
3
Q
what is a compound
A
compounds are made up of more than one element which are chemically bonded.
4
Q
what is a monomer?
A
a single unit
5
Q
what is a polymer?
A
multiple monomers
6
Q
natural polymers
A
polymer made of plants and animals
7
Q
synthetic polymers
A
a polymer that is made in factories