If Matter Is Uniform Throughout and Cannot Be Separated into Other

question 140

Multiple Choice

If matter is uniform throughout and cannot be separated into other substances by physical processes, but can be decomposed into other substances by chemical processes, it is called a (an) __________.

• A)heterogeneous mixture
• B)element
• C)homogeneous mixture
• D)compound
• E)mixture of elements

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Definitions:

Infractions

Minor violations or breaches of law which are typically punishable by fines rather than prison time.

Misdemeanors

Less serious criminal offenses that are punishable by fines or imprisonment for less than a year, typically in a county jail.

Act of Commission

A positive action or deed that violates a law or legal obligation, leading to liability.

Act of Omission

Failure to take an action that is legally or morally required, leading to harm or injury.