Some basic concepts of chemistry

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Definition of Matter

Matter is anything that has mass and occupies space.

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Classification of Matter based on Physical State

Matter can be classified into solid, liquid, and gas.

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Intermolecular Forces in Solids, Liquids, and Gases

Solids have very strong intermolecular forces, liquids have stronger IMF than gases, and gases have very weak IMF.

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Dalton's Atomic Theory Principle 1

Matter is made up of very small indivisible particles called atoms.

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Limitation of Dalton's Atomic Theory

Dalton's theory does not account for subatomic particles such as electrons, protons, and neutrons.

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Mole Concept

A mole is the amount of substance that contains as many entities as there are in 12 grams of Carbon-12.

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Molecular Mass Calculation

Molecular mass is the sum of the atomic masses in a molecule.

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Empirical Formula vs Molecular Formula

Empirical formula represents the simplest ratio of atoms, while molecular formula shows the actual number of atoms in a molecule.

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Stoichiometric Coefficients in Reactions

Stoichiometric coefficients in a balanced equation represent the molar ratios of reactants and products.

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Limiting Reagent

The limiting reagent is the substance that is completely consumed in a chemical reaction, limiting the amount of product formed.

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Key Points about Matter

- Matter has mass and occupies space. - Classified into solid, liquid, and gas. - Intermolecular forces vary: strong in solids, moderate in liquids, weak in gases.

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Key Points about Matter

- Matter has mass and occupies space. - Classified into solid, liquid, and gas. - Intermolecular forces vary: - Strong in solids - Moderate in liquids - Weak in gases.

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Fill in the blank: Matter is anything that has _____ and occupies _____ .

mass; space.

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Fill in the blank: A mole is the amount of substance that contains as many entities as there are in _____ grams of Carbon-12.

12

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Fill in the blank: The limiting reagent in a chemical reaction is the substance that is completely consumed and limits the amount of _____ formed.

product

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What is the definition of matter?

Matter is anything that has mass and occupies space.

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