Science

What are some key scientific attitudes and values that scientists possess?

Curiosity, Cautiousness, Perseverance, Honesty, Patience, Humility, Respect for Authority, Open-Mindedness, Resourcefulness.

What does 'curiosity' mean in the context of scientific attitudes?

Scientists never stop asking questions.

What is the definition of 'matter'?

Anything that has mass and takes up space.

What is an 'element'?

Made up of one kind of atom.

What is a 'compound'?

Composed of two or more elements in indefinite proportions.

What is the difference between a solute and a solvent?

A solute is the dissolved substance, while a solvent is the dissolving medium.

How is a 'mixture' defined in science?

A mixture is formed when two or more substances combine.

What characterizes a 'pure substance'?

A pure substance has a definite composition.

What are the two main classifications of matter?

Pure substances and mixtures.

What is a 'solution'?

A homogeneous or uniform mixture of two or more substances.

How is a 'suspension' defined?

A heterogeneous mixture of two or more substances.

What is a 'colloid'?

A mixture that has properties intermediate between a solution and a suspension.

Give an example of a solution.

Salt and water, vinegar, or rubbing alcohol.

Give an example of a suspension.

Oil and water or muddy water.

Provide an example of a colloid.

Milk, jelly, or mayonnaise.