Physical Science Syllabus

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What is Physical Science?

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Physical Science is the study of non-living systems, encompassing fields such as physics, chemistry, astronomy, and earth sciences.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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Define matter.

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Matter is anything that has mass and occupies space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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

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A physical change alters the form of a substance but not its chemical composition, while a chemical change results in the formation of new substances.

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What is the law of conservation of mass?

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The law of conservation of mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements chemically bond together.

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What is the periodic table?

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The periodic table is a tabular arrangement of elements, organized by increasing atomic number and grouped by similar properties.