Chemistry Fundamental Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards defining fundamental chemical terms including ionization energy, amorphous structures, elements, and compounds based on the lecture transcript.

Ionization Energy

This is the minimum amount of energy used to remove an electron from an atom/ion in the gas phase.

Amorphous (Non-crystalline)

Lacking clear shape, structure, or organization.

Compounds

Substances composed of 2 or more elements bonded together in a fixed proportion that can be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

Elements

Substances composed of only one type of atom that cannot decompose into component parts by ordinary physical or chemical means.

Table salt ($NaCl$)

An example of a compound composed of Sodium and Chlorine.

Carbon Dioxide ($CO_2$)

An example of a compound composed of Carbon and Oxygen.