This document discusses different types of matter and mixtures. It defines pure substances as being made of a single type of matter, either an element or compound. Mixtures contain two or more substances mixed together physically. Pure substances are classified as elements, which cannot be broken down further, or compounds, which contain two or more elements chemically bonded. Mixtures include homogeneous mixtures, where the composition is uniform, and heterogeneous mixtures where it is not. The properties and examples of each type of pure substance and mixture are described.