Question

chemistry homework / matter, atoms, molecules, elements, and chemical bonds
instructions:
complete the following assignment on a separate sheet of paper. answer all parts in complete sentences and show your work where needed.
part 1: vocabulary review
match each term with the correct definition. write the definition next to the term.
atom
molecule
element
chemical bond
matter
a) the smallest unit of an element that maintains the properties of that element
b) the force that holds atoms together in a compound
c) anything that has mass and occupies space
d) a pure substance made of only one kind of atom
e) two or more atoms joined together by chemical bonds

Explanation:

• Atom: Es la unidad más pequeña de un elemento que mantiene las propiedades de ese elemento (a).
• Molecule: Son dos o más átomos unidos por enlaces químicos (e).
• Element: Es una sustancia pura hecha de solo un tipo de átomo (d).
• Chemical bond: Es la fuerza que mantiene los átomos juntos en un compuesto (b).
• Matter: Cualquier cosa que tenga masa y ocupe espacio (c).

Answer:

• Atom: a) The smallest unit of an element that maintains the properties of that element
• Molecule: e) Two or more atoms joined together by chemical bonds
• Element: d) A pure substance made of only one kind of atom
• Chemical bond: b) The force that holds atoms together in a compound
• Matter: c) Anything that has mass and occupies space