Matter notes Flashcards
What 3 things are considered matter
Solid, liquid, and plasma
What are some examples that can separate matter into a physical process.
1.distillation
2.centrifigation
3.boiling
4.flitration
Pure substances
Elements and compounds
Can a pure substance be separated by a physical process?
No
Can an element be separated by a chemical process?
no
Can a compound be separated by a chemical process?
yes
Element
Atoms are alike. This means that they are not combined
Compounds
Atoms of two or more chemically combined fixed properties
Examples of elements
Au, Fe, Cl, N, O, H, C
Examples of compounds
H2O, NaCl, CO2
Mixture
two or more substances that can be separated by physical means
is a heterogenous mixture the same throughout?
No
Is a Homogeneous mixture the same throughout?
Yes
Suspension=
solid particles settle, need to shake. Ex: salad dressing, granite, Chex mix
colloid example
Jello, milk, fog