Chemistry Midterm

Front

What is an example of a physical property?

Back

Melting point.

Front

What are properties that can be observed without changing the identity of the substance?

Back

Physical properties.

Front

Where are the metals located on the Periodic Table?

Back

To the left of the zigzag line.

Front

In an experiment, what is the dependent variable if a student is testing how the height from which he drops a ball affects how high the ball bounces?

Back

Height that the ball bounces.

Front

What are the variables in an experiment that stay the same called?

Back

Controlled variables.

Front

What is the definition of a chemical property?

Back

A characteristic of a substance that can only be observed during a chemical reaction.

Front

What is the difference between an independent variable and a dependent variable?

Back

The independent variable is manipulated, while the dependent variable is measured.

Front

What is the definition of a mixture?

Back

A combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

Front

What is the law of conservation of mass?

Back

Mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

Front

What is an example of a chemical change?

Back

Rusting of iron.