PSCH2PropertiesofMatter

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What is density?

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

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that affects one or more physical properties of a substance without altering its chemical composition.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change is a change that results in the formation of new chemical substances, often involving a reaction.

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Define homogeneous mixture.

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture in which the composition is uniform throughout, and the individual components are not distinguishable.

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Define heterogeneous mixture.

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A heterogeneous mixture is a mixture in which the composition is not uniform, and the individual components can be seen and separated.

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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, as it changes from solid to liquid without altering its chemical structure.

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What is an example of a chemical change?

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Burning wood is an example of a chemical change, as it transforms into ash and gases, creating new substances.

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What is the difference between a compound and a mixture?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements chemically bond together, while a mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties.

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What is the significance of particle size in mixtures?

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The size of particles in a mixture determines whether it is homogeneous or heterogeneous; smaller, similar-sized particles create homogeneous mixtures.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.