5th Grade Physical and Chemical Changes

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that affects one or more physical properties of a substance without altering its chemical composition. Examples include melting ice or dissolving sugar in water.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change is a change that results in the formation of new chemical substances. It involves a chemical reaction and includes processes like rusting, burning, and cooking.

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Is rust forming on a bike a physical or chemical change?

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Chemical Change

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water. It occurs when warm air cools and loses its ability to hold moisture.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of condensation?

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A bucket of water left uncovered eventually becomes empty.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances where each substance retains its own properties. Mixtures can often be separated by physical means.

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Which of these is a mixture: salt water, skim milk, orange juice, or distilled water?

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Salt water

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What happens when baking soda and vinegar are mixed?

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When baking soda and vinegar are mixed, a chemical reaction occurs, producing carbon dioxide gas, which causes bubbling.

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Is a rotting banana a physical or chemical change?

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Chemical Change

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What is an example of a physical change?

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Melting ice is an example of a physical change.