Atoms, Elements, Compounds, and Matter

Key Questions

• What are atoms, compounds, and elements?

  Atoms are the smallest units of an element. Compounds are made of combinations of elements. Each type of element is unique in its properties

  David Drayer · 1 · Apr 5 2018

• Explain how atoms are like the alphabet.
• Explain how compounds and mixtures differ.
• Explain how molecular compounds are named.
• How can compounds be broken apart?
• How do you calculate atoms of an element?
• How do you calculate density of matter?
• How do you calculate molar mass of compounds?
• Why do elements burn different colors?
• What are electrons?
• What are common mistakes students make with the periodic table?
• Explain how electrons are arranged in an atom.
• How do electrons differ from protons and neutrons?
• How do you calculate the number of electrons in a neutral atom?
• Why is gaining electrons called reduction?
• Why is losing electrons called oxidation?
• What are atoms, compounds, and elements?
• What are some examples of living matter?
• Why is matter necessary for biological systems?
• A 1.00 carat pure diamond has a mass of 0.2 grams. How many carbon atoms are there within this diamond?
• What is a property that can be used to identify matter?
• What are considered macromolecules?
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• What process changes a solid into a liquid?
• What is the elements in all living thing?