Particle Model Flashcards
What’s an atom?
The smallest unit of matter.
What’s an element?
A pure substance made up of only one type of atom.
What’s a molecule?
A group of atoms attached by chemical bonds.
What’s a compound?
A molecule composed of two or more different elements.
What’s a property?
Any characteristic of a substance.
What’s a physical property? (Name 2 things)
1-Its a property that can be observed or measured without changing the composition of matter
2-the substance is made up of the same molecules
Give 3 examples of physical property.
1-Odor
2-Color
3-Density
What’s a chemical property? (Name 2 things)
1-It’s a property that describes how two or more substances react with each other
2-The nature of the substance modifies or changes
Give 3 examples of chemical property.
1-Flammability
2-Reacts with an acid
3-Resistance to corrosion