Chemical/Physical Properties & Changes

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What is a chemical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can only be observed during a chemical reaction, such as reactivity with acid.

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What is a physical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can be observed without changing its chemical composition, such as color, boiling point, or solubility.

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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. Examples include freezing, melting, and dissolving.

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What happens during a chemical change?

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The substance transforms into a different substance with a new chemical composition. Examples include rusting, burning, and cooking.

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

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Chemical Property

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Is 'freezing juice' a physical or chemical change?

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Physical Change

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What is solubility?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in another substance, typically in a liquid.

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Is 'sour taste' a chemical or physical property?

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Physical Property

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What is an example of a chemical change?

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Burning wood, which produces ash and smoke.

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What is an example of a physical change?

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Melting ice, which turns into water but remains H2O.