Multiple Choice
Which statement best explains how properties are useful in classifying materials?
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1. Intro to General Chemistry
Classification of Matter
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Which term is defined as anything made up of atoms that has mass and takes up space?
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Element
B
Mixture
C
Matter
D
Energy
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Understand the definition of the term in question: it must describe something composed of atoms, having mass, and occupying space.
Recall that an element is a pure substance made of only one type of atom, but this term does not encompass all substances made of atoms.
Recognize that a mixture is a combination of two or more substances, but the term should be more general to include all physical substances.
Energy is not made up of atoms and does not have mass or occupy space, so it does not fit the definition.
Therefore, the term that best fits the description of anything made up of atoms that has mass and takes up space is 'Matter'.
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