Chemical and Physical Properties

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What is a physical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's identity.

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What is a chemical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can only be observed during a chemical reaction, resulting in the formation of a new substance.

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Give an example of a physical property.

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Color, density, melting point, boiling point, and magnetic properties are examples of physical properties.

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Give an example of a chemical property.

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Flammability, reactivity with acids, and the ability to rust are examples of chemical properties.

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What does it mean if a substance is magnetic?

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It means the substance can attract or repel other materials due to its magnetic field.

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What is electrical conductivity?

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The ability of a substance to conduct electricity.

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What happens during a chemical reaction?

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The original substances are transformed into new substances with different properties.

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When can chemical properties be observed?

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Chemical properties can be observed during a chemical reaction.

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What is rust?

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Rust is a chemical compound formed when iron reacts with oxygen and moisture, resulting in a reddish-brown substance.

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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 of a substance, while a chemical change results in the formation of new substances.