matter Flashcards
1
Q
what is chemistry?
A
the study of matter
2
Q
chemistry covers the _____, _____ and _____ of matter
A
composition / properties / transformations
3
Q
what is composition?
A
what it is made of
4
Q
what are properties?
A
its characteristics
5
Q
what are transformations?
A
how it can change
6
Q
what is matter?
A
anything with mass or volume (takes up space)
7
Q
what is the only thing that does not contain matter?
A
a perfect vacuum
8
Q
what is matter made of?
A
tiny particles– atoms and molecules
