Here's why:
* Physical properties describe the characteristics of a substance that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's chemical composition. Examples include color, density, melting point, and boiling point.
* Chemical properties describe how a substance interacts with other substances and how it changes its chemical composition. Examples include flammability, reactivity with acids, and ability to oxidize.
H2O is the chemical composition of water itself. To describe water, we would use its physical and chemical properties. For example:
* Physical properties of water: Water is a colorless, odorless, tasteless liquid with a boiling point of 100 degrees Celsius and a freezing point of 0 degrees Celsius.
* Chemical properties of water: Water is a polar molecule, meaning it has a slight positive charge on one side and a slight negative charge on the other. This allows it to dissolve many substances and participate in chemical reactions.
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