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What is the branch of physical science concerned with the composition, structure, and properties of matter?
What is matter?
What are the two types of properties that can be used to identify substances and separate them?
Which type of properties describe the amount of a substance present?
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What is the main focus of General Chemistry 1?
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Branch of Physical Science
- Chemistry is the branch of physical science that focuses on the composition, structure, and properties of matter.
Definition of Matter
- Matter is any substance that has mass and occupies space.
Types of Properties Identifying Substances
- Two main types of properties are used to identify and separate substances:
- Physical properties are observable characteristics such as color, melting point, and boiling point.
- Chemical properties relate to a substance's ability to undergo chemical changes.
Properties Describing Amount of Substance
- Extensive properties describe the amount of a substance present, including mass and volume.
Focus of General Chemistry 1
- General Chemistry 1 emphasizes understanding fundamental concepts in chemistry, including atomic structure, chemical bonding, and the behavior of matter in various environments.
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Description
Test your knowledge of matter and its properties with this quiz. Learn to distinguish between physical and chemical properties, differentiate extensive and intensive properties, and use properties of matter to identify substances and separate them.
