Physical Science

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that affects one or more physical properties of a substance without altering its chemical composition.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change is a change that results in the formation of new chemical substances, often indicated by fizzing, foaming, or burning.

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How many atoms are in the reactants of the equation CH₄ + 2O₂ → CO₂ + 2H₂O?

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There are 9 total atoms on the reactant side (1 carbon atom and 8 oxygen and hydrogen atoms).

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What happens to thermal energy when a hot pan is placed on a cold counter?

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Thermal energy is transferred from the hot pan to its surroundings, including the counter and the air, until thermal equilibrium is reached.

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element is a pure substance made of only one type of atom, while a compound is a substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded together.

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What is an example of a physical change?

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Melting ice is an example of a physical change, as it changes from solid to liquid without altering its chemical structure.

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What is an example of a chemical change?

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Rusting of iron is an example of a chemical change, as it forms a new substance (iron oxide) through a chemical reaction.

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What is the definition of a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound.

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What is the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction?

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A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.