Physical Properties of Matter

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What does it mean to classify?

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To group together based on similar traits.

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What is being tested when we talk about solubility?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.

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What state of matter has molecules that are tightly packed together?

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Solid.

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What are the 3 states of matter?

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Solids, Liquids, and Gases.

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What property is tested when discussing relative density?

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The comparison of the density of a substance to the density of another substance.

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What is matter?

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Anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is the definition of physical properties?

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Characteristics of matter that can be observed or measured without changing the substance.

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What is an example of a physical property?

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Color, shape, size, mass, volume, and density.

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What happens to the molecules in a liquid?

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They are close together but can move past each other.

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What is the definition of density?

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The mass of a substance divided by its volume.