Chemical and Physical Properties

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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, indicating how a substance interacts with other substances.

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What is a physical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's chemical identity.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of a substance divided by its volume, often expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).

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What is an example of a chemical property?

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Acidity, reactivity with acids or bases, and flammability are examples of chemical properties.

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What is an example of a physical property?

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Color, boiling point, melting point, and ductility are examples of physical properties.

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What does ductility refer to?

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Ductility is the ability of a material to be stretched into thin wires without breaking.

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What is the formula for calculating density?

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Density = Mass / Volume.

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

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A chemical change results in the formation of new substances, while a physical change does not alter the chemical composition of a substance.

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What is an example of a physical change?

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Melting ice or boiling water are examples of physical changes.

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What is an example of a chemical change?

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Rusting of iron or burning wood are examples of chemical changes.