Table of contents

1. Intro to General Chemistry3h 48m
2. Atoms & Elements4h 16m
3. Chemical Reactions4h 10m
4. BONUS: Lab Techniques and Procedures1h 38m
5. BONUS: Mathematical Operations and Functions48m
6. Chemical Quantities & Aqueous Reactions3h 53m
7. Gases3h 49m
8. Thermochemistry2h 37m
9. Quantum Mechanics2h 58m
10. Periodic Properties of the Elements3h 9m
11. Bonding & Molecular Structure3h 29m
12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory1h 57m
13. Liquids, Solids & Intermolecular Forces2h 23m
14. Solutions3h 1m
15. Chemical Kinetics2h 53m
16. Chemical Equilibrium2h 29m
17. Acid and Base Equilibrium5h 1m
18. Aqueous Equilibrium4h 47m
19. Chemical Thermodynamics1h 50m
20. Electrochemistry2h 42m
21. Nuclear Chemistry2h 36m
22. Organic Chemistry5h 7m
23. Chemistry of the Nonmetals2h 39m
24. Transition Metals and Coordination Compounds3h 16m

1. Intro to General Chemistry

Classification of Matter

General Chemistry

1. Intro to General Chemistry

Classification of Matter

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms includes all of the others in the classification of matter?

Element

Substance

Mixture

Matter

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Begin by understanding the classification of matter. Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space. It can be classified into different categories based on its composition and properties.

Recognize that 'substance' refers to a form of matter that has a uniform and definite composition. Substances can be either elements or compounds.

Identify that an 'element' is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means. Elements are the basic building blocks of matter.

Understand that a 'mixture' is a combination of two or more substances where each substance retains its own chemical identity. Mixtures can be homogeneous (uniform composition) or heterogeneous (non-uniform composition).

Conclude that 'matter' is the broadest term that encompasses all other terms: elements, substances, and mixtures. It is the overarching category under which all forms of matter are classified.