Physical Changes

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that affects one or more physical properties of a substance without altering its chemical composition.

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Give an example of a physical change.

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Melting ice is an example of a physical change.

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True or False? A mixture is an example of a physical change.

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True

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True or False? Burning wood is an example of a physical change.

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False, burning wood is a chemical change.

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Why is a mixture considered a physical change?

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Because the components of a mixture can be separated by physical means.

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True or False? Physical changes include changes in temperature.

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True

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True or False? Physical changes include changes in shape.

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True

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What are some common examples of physical changes?

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Common examples include freezing, melting, dissolving, and breaking.

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What happens to the chemical composition of a substance during a physical change?

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The chemical composition remains unchanged during a physical change.

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What is the difference between a physical change and a chemical change?

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A physical change does not alter the chemical composition, while a chemical change results in the formation of new substances.