Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
Whether the oxygen is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any
(a)
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Answer to Problem 3P
Oxygen is an element.
Explanation of Solution
It contains similar atoms. So, from the definition; the substance having a similar atom is called an element. Therefore, oxygen is an element.
(b)
Interpretation:
Whether table salt is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
(b)
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Answer to Problem 3P
Table salt is a mixture.
Explanation of Solution
The table salt is 99% sodium chloride, but it has trace elements of other salts present in it. Thus, it is not a compound but it is a mixture.
(c)
Interpretation:
Whether the seawater is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
(c)
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Answer to Problem 3P
Sea water is a mixture.
Explanation of Solution
In sea water, different amount of salt and water is present. The salt can be separated by without any chemical process. So, it is a mixture.
d.
Interpretation:
Whether wine is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
d.
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Answer to Problem 3P
Wine is a mixture.
Explanation of Solution
In wine, different amount of ethyl alcohol and water is present. So, it is a mixture.
e.
Interpretation:
Whether air is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
e.
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Answer to Problem 3P
Air is a mixture.
Explanation of Solution
In air different amount of different gasses are present like oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen. So, it is a mixture.
f.
Interpretation:
Whether silver is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
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Answer to Problem 3P
Silver is an element.
Explanation of Solution
In silver only, identical atoms of silver are present. So, it is an element.
g.
Interpretation:
Whether diamond is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
g.
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Answer to Problem 3P
Diamond is a compound.
Explanation of Solution
It is one of the allotropes of carbon. It is made up carbon atoms. So, it is a compound.
h.
Interpretation:
Whether a pebble is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
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Answer to Problem 3P
A pebble is a mixture.
Explanation of Solution
It is composed of fragments of rocks, which are made up of sand, dirt, and various particles in any proportion. A mixture is a combination of two or more pure substances in any mass ratio. So, it is a mixture.
i.
Interpretation:
Whether gasoline is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
i.
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Answer to Problem 3P
Gasoline is a mixture.
Explanation of Solution
It is made up of flammable liquid hydrocarbons derived from crude petroleum. A mixture is a combination of two or more pure substances in any mass ratio. Thus, it is a mixture.
J
Interpretation:
Whether milk is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
J
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Answer to Problem 3P
Milk is a mixture
Explanation of Solution
It contains water, fats, and proteins in indefinite proportions. A mixture is a combination of two or more pure substances in any mass ratio. So, milk is a mixture.
k.
Interpretation:
Whether carbon dioxide is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
k.
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Answer to Problem 3P
Carbon dioxide is a compound.
Explanation of Solution
It is made up of carbon and oxygen in a ratio of 1:2. A compound is a pure substance made up of two or more elements in a fixed ratio by mass. So, it is a compound.
l.
Interpretation:
Whether bronze is classified as an element, a compound or a mixture should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The substance having a similar atom is called an element. When two or more elements combined together chemically they form a pure substance called a compound. But in the case of a mixture, it is formed when two substances joined together without any chemical bonding. An example of a compound is H2O, and an example of an element is N, an example of a mixture is a mixture of sand and sugar.
l.
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Answer to Problem 3P
Bronze is a mixture.
Explanation of Solution
It is an alloy of copper and tin. An alloy is a substance made by melting two or more metals together to enhance the strength. A mixture is a combination of two or more pure substances in any mass ratio. So, it is a mixture.
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