Chemical vs Physical Properties

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What is a chemical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can only be observed during a chemical reaction, indicating how a substance interacts with other substances.

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What is a physical property?

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A characteristic of a substance that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's chemical identity.

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Give an example of a chemical property.

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Supports combustion.

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Give an example of a physical property.

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Melting point.

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What does 'solubility' refer to?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, indicating a physical property.

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What is the significance of a substance's melting point?

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It is a physical property that indicates the temperature at which a solid becomes a liquid.

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How does a sour taste relate to chemical and physical properties?

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Sour taste is a physical property that indicates the presence of acids.

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What does the term 'color' signify in terms of properties?

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Color is a physical property that can be observed without altering the substance.

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What is the difference between a chemical change and a physical change?

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A chemical change results in the formation of new substances, while a physical change does not alter the chemical composition.

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Can a physical property change without a chemical reaction?

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Yes, physical properties can change (e.g., state of matter) without a chemical reaction.