Chemistry is defined as the systematic investigation of the properties, structure, and behavior of matter and the changes matter undergoes. This general definition raises many questions. These questions are answered in the study of chemistry. Terms and basic concepts that help in understanding chemistry will be discussed in this Course.

The following terms will be covered:

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  States of matter
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  Mole
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  Atomic weight
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  Gram atomic weight
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  Molecular weight
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  Gram molecular weight