Big Idea 8 and 9

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What are physical properties?

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Physical properties are characteristics of a substance that can be observed using your senses, such as color, shape, hardness, and texture.

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How can you observe physical properties?

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You can observe physical properties by using your senses.

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What is an example of a physical property?

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Color is an example of a physical property.

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What type of energy is captured by windmills?

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Wind energy is captured by windmills.

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What causes a change in the state of matter?

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A change in temperature can cause a change in the state of matter.

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What tools do you need to measure speed?

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You need a stopwatch and a measuring tape to measure speed.

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What is the definition of 'hardness'?

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Hardness is a physical property that describes how resistant a material is to being scratched or dented.

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What is the definition of 'texture'?

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Texture refers to the feel or appearance of a surface, such as smooth, rough, soft, or hard.

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What is the definition of 'energy'?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is the energy captured from the wind using turbines.