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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.
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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
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Which procedure could a student use to examine an intensive property of a rectangular block of wood?

A
Find the mass.
B
Record the length.
C
Measure the volume.
D
Determine the density.
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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
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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.

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