Mixtures and Compounds

Matter

Anything that has mass and takes up space

Elements

Contains only one type of atom and cannot be broken down into simpler substances

Compounds

Two or more elements chemically combined

Mixtures

A combination of two or more substances that are not chemically combined

Homogeneous mixtures

Evenly mixed with a uniform appearance

Evaporation

Process used to separate salt from water in a saltwater solution

Heterogeneous Mixtures

A mixture in which different materials can be separated easily

Density

The property that causes the separation in a heterogeneous mixture of oil and water

a real life example of an element

a real life example of compounds

a real example of a heterogenous mixture

a homogeneous mixture