Physical Properties of Matter

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What is conductivity?

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The ability of a material to carry energy.

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What is volume?

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The measure of the amount of space taken up by an object.

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What is density?

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The mass of an object divided by its volume.

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What is a physical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can be observed without changing its identity.

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What is flammability?

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The ability of a substance to catch fire and burn.

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How can you determine if an object will sink or float in water?

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By comparing its density to the density of water (1.0 g/mL).

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What is the formula for calculating density?

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Density = Mass / Volume.

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How can the volume of an irregular object be measured?

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By using the water displacement method in a graduated cylinder.

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What is the relationship between mass and volume in density?

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As mass increases, density increases if volume remains constant.

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What is the significance of a material's conductivity?

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It determines how well the material can conduct electricity or heat.