Classification of Matter Based on Composition

Classification of Matter Based on Composition

As we know already, the matter is classified into pure substances and mixtures. From the chemistry point of view, pure substances are those which contain only one kind of particles whereas impure substances contain more than one kind of particles. While elements and compounds are considered to be pure substances, mixtures are considered as impure substances.

Let us look at a few examples.

Let us now try to recall our idea of elements and compounds.