Physical Science Syllabus

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What is Physical Science?

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Physical Science is the study of non-living systems, encompassing fields such as physics, chemistry, astronomy, and earth sciences.

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Define Matter.

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Matter is anything that has mass and occupies space.

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What is the Law of Conservation of Mass?

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The Law of Conservation of Mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

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What is an Atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is a Chemical Reaction?

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A chemical reaction is a process that leads to the transformation of one set of chemical substances to another.

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Define Element.

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An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What is a Compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together.

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What is the difference between a Mixture and a Compound?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded, while a compound is a substance formed from a chemical bond between elements.

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What is the Scientific Method?

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The Scientific Method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is a Hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.