matter Flashcards
solution
a mixture of 2 compounds, dissolved evenly
solvent
the thing that does the desolving
solute
the thing that is desolved
matter
anything that has mass and takes up space
element
all atoms are alike and cannot be separated by physical or chemical means.
compound
a compound is made up of 2 or more elements combined in a fixed proportion
pure substance
matter that is either an element or a compound
mixture
2 or more substances that can be easily separated by physical means
homogeneous mixture
a mixture where 2 gasses, liquids, or solid substances blended evenly (also called a solution)
heterogeneous mixture
a mixture with different and easily distinguishable materials.
colloid
a mixture with larger particles that never settle
suspension
a mixture in which visible particles settle.