Properties and Changes in Matter flashcard

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change is a process that creates a new substance with different properties from the original substance.

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that does NOT alter the composition or ingredients of a substance.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is a property in science?

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A property is a characteristic or quality of a substance that can be observed.

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Give an example of a chemical change.

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Burning wood in a fireplace is an example of a chemical change.

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

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

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

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The composition of a substance remains the same during a physical change.

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What is an example of a property that can be observed?

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Color, texture, and boiling point are examples of properties that can be observed.

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

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A physical property can be observed without changing the substance, while a chemical property describes how a substance reacts to form new substances.