Modeling Matter

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What is modeling matter?

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Modeling matter involves understanding the different states and properties of matter, including solids, liquids, and gases, and how they can change.

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change in which the form or appearance of a substance changes, but its chemical composition remains the same.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change occurs when a substance transforms into a different substance with different properties.

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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.

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What is an example of a chemical change?

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Rust forming on iron is an example of a chemical change.

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What property is used to separate mixtures?

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Properties such as size, shape, and solubility are used to separate mixtures.

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What does it mean for a substance to dissolve?

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To dissolve means to mix a substance with a liquid so that it becomes part of the liquid.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties.