Question

Antoine Lavoisier measured the masses of the substances that reacted together and the masses of the substances produced in a chemical reaction. he discovered that mass is neither created nor lost in a chemical reaction. which law is illustrated by his discovery?

Answer 1

Answer:

Law of conservation of mass.

Explanation:

In science, matter can be defined as anything that has mass and occupies space. Any physical object that is found on earth is typically composed of matter. Matter are known to be made up of atoms and as a result has the property of existing in states.

Generally, matter exists in three (3) distinct or classical phases and these are;

1. Solid: it is the state of matter in which the physical substance has a definite shape and fixed volume but not compressible. Examples of solids are pen, screwdriver, television, car etc.

2. Liquid: it is the state of matter in which the physical substance can be poured and it takes the shape of its container. Also, liquids generally have a definite volume. Examples of liquids are urine, water, milk, blood etc.

3. Gas: it is the state of matter in which the physical substance has no definite shape or volume and as a result fills all available space. Also, gases are easily compressible and can flow. Examples of gases are hydrogen, oxygen, argon, nitrogen etc.

Hence, the law which is illustrated by Antoine Lavoisier' discovery is the law of conservation of mass.