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Question
Explain the following giving an example.
Pure substance
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Solution
- A pure substance is defined as one that contains only one type of atom or molecule.
- A pure substance has the same colour, taste and texture at any given temperature and pressure and a fixed melting and boiling point under continuous pressure.
- Examples include hydrogen gas, salt chloride, and water.
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