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Physical Property
A characteristic of matter that describes matter while keeping the same identity.
Chemical Property
A characteristic of matter that describes how matter changes into a new substance.
1.
Chemical Properties a.
Flammability – the ability to catch on fire. i.
Examples: ii.
Non-example: b.
Oxidation – the reaction between oxygen molecules and other substances; rusting i.
Examples:
Question: Which of the following liquids are flammable: water, rubbing alcohol, olive oil, and finger nail polish remover?
Materials:
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4 glass plates
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Lighter
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Water
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Rubbing alcohol
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Olive oil
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Polish remover
IV:

DV:
Constants:
Hypothesis: If I put a flame near water, rubbing alcohol, olive oil, and polish remover, then ______ because _____________.
Data Table:
Substance
Water
Rubbing Alcohol
Olive Oil
Polish Remover
Mini Conclusion:
Flammable? (Yes or No) Qualitative Observations
(Answer the questions below using PQPA)
1.
What was the purpose of this investigation?
2.
Was your hypothesis supported?
3.
Which substances have the chemical property of flammability?