Chapter 1 & 2 Flashcards
Matter and Energy
Ammonia is an example of what type of substance?
Pure substance.
How is matter represented?
In 3 levels. Macroscopic, microscopic and particulate.
Name two compounds.
Salt, or NaCl, and Water H2O
What are two differences between mixtures and compounds?
Mixtures are impure while compounds are not. Mixtures are separated by physical means and compounds are separated by chemical.
What is the third part/step of the Scientific Method?
Being Skeptical.
What is the definition of experiment?
An observation of natural phenomena carried out in a controlled manner so that the results can be duplicated and rational conclusion can be obtained.
What two things determine the state of matter of any sample?
Temperature and the attraction among the particles that make up the sample.
What process is used to separate a homogeneous mixture?
Distillation.
What happens when a substances undergoes a chemical change?
A new substances is formed destroying the identity of previous one. Irreversible process.
Cutting your hair is an example of what type of change?
Physical change.