Changes in Matter Answers

10 verified answers
1
Free Preview

A geochemist examines a piece of metal that he found in the soil. He performs tests to identify the metal from its density, electrical conductivity, and melting point. Which statement best describes his investigation?

A
He is identifying the metal using physical properties only.
B
He is identifying the metal using chemical properties only.
C
He is identifying the metal using physical properties and chemical properties.
D
He is identifying the metal using neither physical properties or chemical properties.
2
Free Preview

Which list includes only physical properties?

A
density, reactivity, and conductivity
B
boiling point, conductivity, and color
C
color, odor, and flammability
D
flammability, reactivity, and ductility
3

Which of these is an example of investigating an intensive property?

A
weighing sand in a bag
B
measuring the length of wire
C
determining if a rock is magnetic
D
recording the volume of water in a cylinder
4

Which statement describes a physical property of copper?

A
It reacts with strong acids.
B
It can be reshaped by a force.
C
It ignites at high temperatures.
D
It can combine with oxygen.
5

A student investigated some properties of lead and recorded the findings in the table below.PropertyObservationcolordull graydensity11.3 g/cm3volume of sample3.00 cm3melting point327°Creaction with airlead oxide forms on the surfaceelectrical conductivityconducts some electricityWhich statement is true with respect to the investigation?

A
The student investigated only the physical properties of lead.
B
The student investigated only the chemical properties of lead.
C
The student investigated more physical properties than chemical properties of lead.
D
The student investigated more chemical properties than physical properties of lead.
8

Which is an example of a chemical change?

A
water evaporating from a puddle
B
cloth tearing when pulled
C
wood forming sawdust when cut
D
bread baking in an oven
9

Which of these is an example of a physical change?

A
sugar dissolving in warm water
B
iron rusting in the presence of moist air
C
wood burning in the presence of oxygen
D
baking soda reacting with acid to form a gas
10

Which of these is a chemical property of a substance?

A
texture
B
ductility
C
reactivity
D
conductivity

Did you find these answers helpful?