Chemical and Physical Properties

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, making it a physical property.

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What is a chemical property?

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A chemical property describes a substance's ability to undergo a chemical change, resulting in the formation of new substances.

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Give an example of a physical property.

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Examples of physical properties include color, odor, hardness, and melting point.

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What happens during a chemical reaction?

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During a chemical reaction, a new substance is formed with different properties.

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Is 'reacts with acid' a physical or chemical property?

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Reacts with acid is a chemical property.

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What is combustion?

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Combustion is a chemical reaction that involves burning, producing heat and light.

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Define corrosive.

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Corrosive refers to a substance that can destroy or damage materials, indicating a chemical property.

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What is the difference between physical and chemical properties?

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Physical properties can be observed without changing the substance, while chemical properties can only be observed during a chemical change.

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What is an example of a physical change?

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An example of a physical change is melting ice into water.

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What does it mean if a substance is conductive?

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If a substance is conductive, it means it can conduct electricity, which is a physical property.