Here's a breakdown:
* Physical Property: A characteristic of a substance that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's chemical composition.
Examples of Physical Properties:
* Color: The visual appearance of a substance.
* Density: The mass of a substance per unit volume.
* Melting Point: The temperature at which a solid changes to a liquid.
* Boiling Point: The temperature at which a liquid changes to a gas.
* Solubility: The ability of a substance to dissolve in another substance.
* Hardness: The resistance of a solid to scratching.
* Conductivity: The ability of a substance to conduct electricity or heat.
* State of Matter: Whether a substance is solid, liquid, or gas.
* Texture: The feel of a substance.
* Odor: The smell of a substance.
Key Point: Physical properties can be used to identify and classify substances. They can also be used to separate mixtures.
