matter

Term 1: Atom
Definition 1: The basic building block of matter, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
Term 2: Element
Definition 2: A pure substance consisting only of atoms that have the same number of protons in their nuclei.
Term 3: Compound
Definition 3: A substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together.
Term 4: Molecule
Definition 4: A group of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound that can take part in a chemical reaction.
Term 5: Chemical Reaction
Definition 5: A process that involves the rearrangement of atoms and molecules to form new substances.
Term 6: Acids
Definition 6: Substances that produce hydrogen ions (H^+) when dissolved in water, have a pH less than 7.
Term 7: Bases
Definition 7: Substances that produce hydroxide ions (OH^-) when dissolved in water, have a pH greater than 7.
Term 8: pH Scale
Definition 8: A measure of how acidic or basic a solution is, ranging from 0 to 14.
Term 9: Neutralization
Definition 9: A reaction between an acid and a base, resulting in the formation of water and a salt.
Term 10: Oxidation
Definition 10: A process involving the loss of electrons by a substance.
Term 11: Reduction
Definition 11: A process involving the gain of electrons by a substance.
Term 12: Electrolyte
Definition 12: A chemical compound that conducts electricity by changing into ions when dissolved into a solution.