Matter and its Interactions

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What happens to the weight of water when it changes from ice to liquid to gas?

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The weight stays the same.

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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 salt or sugar in water.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances where each retains its own properties.

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How can you separate the components of a mixture?

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Components of a mixture can be separated by physical means, such as filtering or using a magnet.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound?

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A mixture is a combination of substances that can be separated, while a compound is a substance formed when two or more elements chemically bond.

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What is an example of matter changing form?

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Heating a pan of water until the water evaporates is an example of matter changing form.

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What is the principle of conservation of mass?

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The principle of conservation of mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

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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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