Chapter 1 Gen. Chem
Chapter 1 Gen. Chem
Chapter 1 Gen. Chem
What is matter?
Matter is anything that has mass and takes
up space. It requires at least one subatomic
particle, although most matter consists of
atoms.
The Particulate Nature of Matter
Leucippus
Democritus
Aristotle and
Plato. Aristotle added
the fifth fundamental
element, aether and
recognized the
continuous theory that
states that matter can
Epicarus of Samos be divided indefinitely
without changing the
Atomism, the fundamental
philosophy that characteristics of the
matter is made material.
up of atoms.
STATES OF MATTER
PURE SUBSTANCES-
substances that are made
up of only one kind of
particle and have a fixed or
constant structure.
MIXTURES- substance
consisting of two or more pure
substances that retain their
individual identities and can be
separated by physical method.
Consumer Products are any
item often brought for
consumption. Examples are
household products and
personal care products.