Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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Author: Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
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Chapter 4, Problem 9ALQ
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The correct statement should be identified.
Concept Introduction:
The matter surrounding us mainly consists of “Mixtures”. Mixtures contain “Compounds” which composed of atoms from different elements bound together. Most of the elements are quite reactive. Thus, those atoms tend to form compounds by combining with other elements.
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Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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