Changes in Matter

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change alters the form or appearance of matter but does not change the substance's identity.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change results in the formation of one or more new substances with different properties.

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Is melting butter a chemical or physical change?

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Melting butter is a physical change.

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What is an example of a physical property?

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Malleability is an example of a physical property.

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What happens when baking soda and vinegar are mixed?

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They undergo a chemical change, producing carbon dioxide gas.

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What is evidence of a physical change?

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Shape change is evidence of a physical change.

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What is the difference between physical and chemical properties?

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Physical properties can be observed without changing the substance, while chemical properties describe how a substance reacts.

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What is an example of a chemical property?

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Flammability is an example of a chemical property.

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What is the definition of matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is an example of a physical change in everyday life?

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Crushing a can is an example of a physical change.