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3. The shiny, strong crew of the periodic table, good at conducting heat and electricity—think of them as the tech-savvy heroes of chemistry.
6. Substance: A chemical celebrity with no mix-ups—always consistent and true to its identity, like a one-ingredient recipe.
7. Change: A complete makeover where substances transform into new substances—like a magical chemistry spell that creates something new.
8. The number of bonds an atom can form, like the number of friends it can connect with—its social bonding capacity in the chemical world.
9. A reaction that releases heat to its surroundings, making things warmer—like a chemical reaction that gives off a cozy glow.
12. The invisible stuff that makes up everything around you—it's like the ultimate backstage pass to the universe!
15. The process of separating solids from liquids, like using a sieve to catch the big bits while letting the liquid flow through.
16. The basic building blocks of all substances, each with its own unique identity—think of them as the VIPs of the chemical world!
17. The magic trick where a liquid turns into gas and disappears into the air—like watching a puddle vanish on a sunny day.
18. The tiny, invisible building block of everything around you—like the smallest LEGO piece that creates the whole structure.

1. Gently pouring off the clear liquid from the top, leaving the solid behind—like serving clear broth without disturbing the sediment.
2. A mix where you can see the distinct parts—like a tossed salad where every ingredient is still visible.
4. Gases: The aloof elements that hang out alone, preferring not to react—like the cool kids who don’t need anyone else’s attention.
5. An atom with a charge, either positive or negative—think of it as an atom with a bit of an electric personality!
6. Change: A transformation that changes appearance or state but not the core identity—like ice melting into water without changing what it is.
10. A reaction that soaks up heat from its surroundings, making things cooler—like a process that chills things out.
11. The results of elements teaming up to form new substances, like a dynamic duo that creates a totally different story.
13. A group of atoms with extra electrons, always eager for a reaction—like the thrill-seekers of the chemical world, always on the lookout for excitement!
14. A blend where you can see the separate parts, like a colorful salad where you can spot every ingredient.