Has mass, occupies space, and changes states, from solid to liquid to gas, without ever losing its core identity Properties of Matter
Describe the physical and chemical properties of matter Learning Objectives Identify intrinsic and extrinsic properties Use properties of matter to identify substances and to separate them Value the importance of knowing the properties of matter
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Property It is a quality or trait belonging and especially peculiar to an individual or thing.- Merriam Webster Dictionary A characteristic or quality that something has; a distinctive attribute or feature.- Oxford Dictionary General Definition: It refers to a characteristic or attribute that something possesses. This can pertain to physical items, qualities, or aspects.
Matter It is anything that has mass and occupies space. In physics, matter is considered to be composed of atoms and molecules and is the substance that constitutes the observable universe. Matter can exist in different states, such as solid, liquid, gas, and plasma. Reference: Tipler, Paul A., and Gene Mosca . Physics for Scientists and Engineers. W.H. Freeman and Company, 2007.
Matter It is defined as a physical substance that makes up objects and has a definite composition and properties. It includes all physical entities that can be measured and described by properties such as density, mass, and volume. Matter undergoes chemical changes and interacts with other matter in chemical reactions. Reference: Zumdahl , Steven S., and Susan A. Zumdahl . Chemistry. Houghton Mifflin Company, 2009.
Properties of Matter It means that properties of matter are about the observable characteristics, traits or qualities of matter.
This refers to the characteristic or trait of matter that can be observed or perceived with our senses easily without changing its chemical composition. Physical Property Properties of Matter
Physical Properties This is the characteristic or trait of matter that does not depend on the amount or quantity of the sample being examined. Intensive Property Ductility Malleability Diffusion
Physical Properties It is the characteristic or trait of matter which is dependent on the amount or quantity being examined. Extensive Property
This is the characteristic or trait that can be observed when a matter reacts to another substance. Chemical Property Properties of Matter
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Hardness describes how resistant a material is to deformation, scratching, or abrasion.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Melting Point The temperature at which a substance changes from solid to liquid.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Flammability describes a substance’s ability to burn in the presence of oxygen.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Combustibility refers to how easily a substance can ignite and burn.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Elasticity measures a material's ability to return to its original shape after deformation.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Ability of Mango to Ripen
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Porosity describes how much void space is within a material, affecting its ability to absorb liquids or gases.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Solubility refers to a substance’s ability to dissolve in another substance, such as salt in water.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Luster describes how a substance reflects light, giving it a shiny appearance.
Tell whether the property is physical or chemical. Ability of Water to Vaporize
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Miscibility - The ability of one substance to mix with another to form a homogeneous solution.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Thickness - The measurement of how thick an object is.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Viscosity - The measure of a fluid's resistance to flow.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Color - The characteristic of light reflected by an object, perceived by the human eye.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Pressure - The force exerted per unit area by particles in a gas or liquid.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Boiling Point- The temperature at which a substance changes from a liquid to a gas.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Ductility - The ability of a material to be stretched into a wire without breaking.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Area- The measure of the surface of an object.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Weight - The force exerted by gravity on an object, proportional to its mass.
Tell whether the property is intrinsic or extrinsic. Texture - The feel or appearance of a surface or substance.