Physical Properties of Matter

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What are physical properties?

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Physical properties are properties that can be observed without changing the matter's identity.

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Is wood malleable?

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False

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Does sand dissolve in water when stirred?

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False

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What is the formula for finding the volume of a regularly shaped object?

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length x width x height

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What is the ability of sugar to dissolve in water called?

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Solubility

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a substance to be deformed or shaped under pressure.

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

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

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What is an example of a physical property?

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Color, shape, size, and state of matter are examples of physical properties.

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What is the state of matter?

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The state of matter refers to the distinct forms that different phases of matter take on, such as solid, liquid, and gas.

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