MOCC Chemistry and Chemical Safety

Subatomic particles with a positive charge

An ingredient that brings two incompatible materials together and binds them into a uniform fairly stable mix

Molecule containing two or more atoms of the same element in definite proportions

A substance that causes an increase in cellular mutations, may or may not cause cancer

A chemical combination of matter in definite (fixed) proportions

Rapid oxidation of a substance accompanied by the production of heat and light

Material that is capable of igniting and burning

Acids derived from plants (mostly fruit) that are often used to exfoliate the skin

Subatomic particles with a negative charge

Liquids that are mutually soluble, meaning that they can be mixed together to form stable solutions

A chemical combination of two or more atoms in definite (fixed) proportions

Prolonged, repeated, or long-term exposure that can cause sensitivity

Substances that allow oil and water to mix, or emulsify

A change in the chemical composition or make-up of a substance

A stable, uniform mixture of two or more substances

An unstable physical mixture of two or more immiscible substances, plus a special ingredient called an emulsifier

A chemical combination of two or more atoms of different elements in fixed proportions

Oil droplets emulsified in water

The simplest form of chemical matter; cannot be broken down into a simpler substance w/o loss of identity

Science of the the composition, structures, and properties of matter and how matter changes under different conditions

A substance that releases oxygen

The abbreviation used for potential hydrogen, represents the quantity of hydrogen ions

An ion with a negative electrical charge:

A physical combination of matter in any proportion

Alkaline substances used to neutralize acids or raise the pH of many hair products

A colorless liquid with a strong unpleasant odor that is used in permanent waving solution

Unstable physical mixtures of undissolved particles in a liquid

The separation of an atom or molecule into positive and negative ions

a change in the properties of a substance without a chemical reaction or the creation of a new substance

A substance that adds hydrogen to a chemical compound or subtracts oxygen from the compound

Special type of oil used in hair conditioners, water-resistant lubricants for the skin, and nail polish dryer

Easily absorbs water, capable of combining with or attracting water (water-loving)

A solution that has a pH above 7

An atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge

Having an affinity for or an attraction to fat and oils (oil-loving)

Liquids that are not capable of being mixed together to form stable solutions

Also known as redox; a chemical reaction in which the oxidizing agent is reduced and the reducing agent is oxidized

Subatomic particles with no charge

The substance that is dissolved in a solution

A substance that causes or is believed to cause cancer

Any substance that occupies space and has mass (weight)

A measure of the acidity and alkalinity of a substance

When acids are mixed with alkalis in equal proportions, balancing the pH and forming water H20 and salt

A very strong alkali used in chemical products and cleaners; commonly known as lye

The substance that dissolves the solute and makes a solution

Characteristics that can be determined only by a chemical reaction and a chemical change in the substance

An ion with a negative electrical charge

Material that is capable of igniting and burning, and easier to ignite than combustible material

The smallest chemical components, structures that make up the element

Water droplets emulsified in oil

Substances that should not be mixed or even stored near each other

Volatile alcohols evaporate easily

Required by law for all products; includes handling info, ingredients, disposal info, etc.