Properties of Matter

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What happens to molecules during a chemical change?

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Molecules and/or compounds are rearranged or broken down and rebuilt.

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True or False: In a physical change, atoms are broken down and rebuilt.

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False

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What state of matter has particles that are very far apart and move freely?

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Gas

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True or False: In a physical change, a new substance is formed.

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False

Front

What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, gas.

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What is a chemical change?

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A process where substances combine or break apart to form new substances.

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What is a physical change?

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

Front

Name a common example of a chemical change.

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Rusting of iron.

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Name a common example of a physical change.

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Melting of ice.

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

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