Identifying Physical and Chemical Changes
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Objective
I can differentiate between physical and chemical changes by providing examples of each.
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Practice
7 questions
Define a chemical change and provide two examples that illustrate your definition.
Explain the difference between a mixture and a chemical change, using examples to support your explanation.
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Exit ticket
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“Provide an example of a physical change that occurs when ice melts. Describe the process and explain why it is considered a physical change. Describe a chemical change that occurs when a piece of paper is burned. Explain the evidence that indicates a chemical change has taken place.”
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