Purity Flashcards
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What is meant by the term ‘pure’ in chemistry?
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It describes a substance that is completely made up of a single element or compound
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What is meant by the term ‘mixture’?
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A substance that contains different elements or more than one type of compound
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How can you distinguish between a pure substance and a mixture using melting point data?
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- A pure substance has a specific, sharp melting point
- A mixture will melt over a range of temperatures
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