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What defines a physical property of a substance?
What defines a physical property of a substance?
- It can be observed or measured without changing the substance's identity. (correct)
- It is unrelated to the substance's observable traits.
- It changes the identity of the substance.
- It can only be observed during a chemical reaction.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a chemical property?
Which of the following is a characteristic of a chemical property?
- It can only be seen during a chemical reaction. (correct)
- It can be measured without altering the substance.
- It represents the physical state of a substance.
- It can be observed through a phase change.
Which statement is true regarding chemical and physical properties?
Which statement is true regarding chemical and physical properties?
- Chemical properties only refer to the color of a substance.
- Physical properties do not involve chemical reactions at all.
- Both types of properties can be measured without changing the substance.
- Chemical properties reveal how substances react under certain conditions. (correct)
In which situation would a physical property be relevant?
In which situation would a physical property be relevant?
Why is it important to differentiate between physical and chemical properties?
Why is it important to differentiate between physical and chemical properties?
Study Notes
Physical Properties
- Observable and measurable without altering the substance's chemical composition.
- Examples include color, odor, density, melting point, boiling point, and state of matter (solid, liquid, gas).
Chemical Properties
- Observed during chemical reactions.
- Describe how a substance reacts with other substances.
- Examples include flammability, reactivity, and the ability to corrode.
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Test your knowledge on the physical and chemical properties of substances. This quiz covers essential characteristics such as observable traits and reactions during chemical processes. Perfect for students studying chemistry fundamentals!