Physical vs. Chemical Changes

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What is a Physical Change?

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A change that does not create a new substance. Examples include cutting, tearing, or melting.

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What is a Chemical Change?

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A change that results in the formation of one or more new substances. Examples include burning, rusting, or cooking.

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Give an example of a Physical Change.

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Cutting an orange into wedges.

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Give an example of a Chemical Change.

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Baking a cake.

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What does Qualitative mean?

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Describes qualities or characteristics that can be observed using the senses.

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What does Quantitative mean?

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Describes quantities or amounts that can be measured.

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What is an example of a Qualitative observation?

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The butterfly is on a pink flower.

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What is an example of a Quantitative observation?

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There are 5 butterflies on the flower.

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What happens during a Physical Change?

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The form of a substance changes, but its chemical composition remains the same.

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What happens during a Chemical Change?

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The chemical composition of a substance changes, resulting in new substances.