Distinguish between atoms, elements, compounds, and mixtures. Locate metals and nonmetals on the Periodic Table of Elements. The basic building blocks of minerals are the chemical elements . There are 112 elements known. The remaining 92 occur naturally.
Electrons orbit the nucleus.
Click here for lecture notes on Atomic Structure Click here for lecture notes on the Elements Click here for lecture notes on the Periodic Table Physical and chemical properties Properties of matter Ions and compounds Elements and compound symbols Bonding and Compounds A compound consists of two or more elements bonded together in definite proportions. Share electrons Ionic bonding involves electron transfer ex. Metallic bonding - electrons are free to move ex. Please review the objectives and be sure that you can answer all of the questions based on the readings on this page and on the linked references.