CHEM 1040 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Compressible Flow, Chemical Property, Combustibility And Flammability

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Experiment is an observation of natural phenomena carried out in a controlled manner, so that the results can be duplicated and rational conclusions obtained. Law is a statement or mathematical equation about a fundamental relationship or regularity of nature. Hypothesis us a tentative explanation of some regularity of nature. Theory is tested explanation of basic natural phenomena. Mass is the quantity of matter in a material. Matter is whatever occupies space and can be perceived by our senses. Law of conservation of mass states that in any given chemical reaction, the total mass of the reactants equals the total mass of the products. States of matter are comprised of a solid, liquid and gas. Solid is the form of matter that is characterized by rigidity. Liquid is the form of matter that is a relatively incompressible fluid. Gas is a form of matter that is an easily compressible fluid.

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