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Reference terminal

Glossary

Plain-language chemistry terms for quick review.

Atom

Smallest unit of an element that retains that elements identity.

Molecule

Two or more atoms bonded together.

Compound

Substance made from two or more elements in fixed proportions.

Mixture

Combination of substances not chemically bonded in fixed proportions.

Density

Mass per unit volume.

pH

Scale describing acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution.

Solubility

How much of a substance dissolves in a solvent under specified conditions.

Verification status

Label showing whether data is verified, partial or unavailable.