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Classification Challenge

The document outlines an experiment for classifying substances as elements, compounds, or mixtures based on their physical properties. It includes a data table for recording observations and guide questions to facilitate understanding of the classification process. The importance of distinguishing between these categories in everyday life is also emphasized.

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Classification Challenge

The document outlines an experiment for classifying substances as elements, compounds, or mixtures based on their physical properties. It includes a data table for recording observations and guide questions to facilitate understanding of the classification process. The importance of distinguishing between these categories in everyday life is also emphasized.

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Virtual Matter Classification Challenge


Introduction
In chemistry, as in all the sciences, it is very important to be able to classify substances. One way
substances are classified is as an element, a compound, or a mixture. In this experiment you will learn to
identify substances as elements, compounds, or mixtures by observing their physical properties.
Data Table
Check One
Symbol or Hetero.
Name of Substance Formula Element Compound Solution Mixture
1. Aluminum foil

2. Copper wire

3. Tea

4. Brass

5. Table Sugar

6. Air

7. Mouthwash

8. Vinegar

9. Orange juice

10. Dry ice

11. Sulfur powder

12. Oxygen gas

13. Granite rock

14. Steel

15. Milk

16. Rust

17. Hydrogen peroxide

18. Water

19. Cough syrup

20. Mayonnaise
Guide Questions:
Write your answer in your notebook.

1. What characteristics helped you identify an element in the challenge? Can you describe how an
element differs from a compound?
2. When you were classifying homogeneous mixtures, what key features did you look for to ensure they
were not heterogeneous mixtures?
3. Why do you think a compound like water can’t be classified as a mixture?
4. Why is it important to understand the difference between elements, compounds and mixtures in
everyday life? Can you think of real- life examples where this knowledge is useful?
5. During the activity, did any of the substances or objects seem difficult to classify? If so, why? How
did you reach a final decision?
6. If you could test any of the substances or mixtures in a lab, what kind of experiment would you
design to confirm whether it is a homogeneous or heterogeneous mixtures.

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