Substances Flashcards
0
Q
Substances are made up of how many particle(s)?
A
1
1
Q
What groups are matter defined in?
A
substances or mixtures
2
Q
If the substances particles are atoms, what do you have?
A
an element
3
Q
What is the smallest piece of an element?
A
a single atom
4
Q
Elements cannot be broken down chemically, so how do you break them?
A
Nuclear reactions break apart atoms
5
Q
What is the smallest piece of a compound?
A
molecule
6
Q
Can compounds be broken down chemically?
A
yes
