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In Chemistry / Middle School | 2014-04-08

What are five observable properties of matter?

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M\tMovement\tAll living things move, even plants R\tRespiration\tGetting energy from food S\tSensitivity\tDetecting changes in the surroundings G\tGrowth\tAll living things grow R\tReproduction\tMaking more living things of the same type E\tExcretion\tGetting rid of waste N\tNutrition\tTaking in and using food
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Answered by emily1chater | 2024-06-10

Observable properties of matter are characteristics that can be measured or observed without altering the matter's chemical structure. Five fundamental observable properties include shape, color, size, temperature, and phase (or state) of matter. These properties help in identifying whether the matter is in a solid, liquid, gas, or in some cases, plasma state. For example, the phase of water can be observed as solid (ice), liquid (water), or gas (steam) without changing its chemical composition. Observable properties are instrumental in classifying matter and understanding its physical presence and behavior in different conditions.
Physical properties like malleability and electrical conductivity are significant because they provide insight into how a substance interacts with other substances and with energy. For instance, silver's excellent conduction of electricity is a physical property that has practical applications in electronics. Similarly, salt's solubility in water is a physical property that explains how it dissolves to form saline solutions.

Answered by Anastasia2022 | 2024-06-24

Five observable properties of matter include color, state (solid, liquid, gas), density, mass, and volume. These properties help us identify and classify different substances. Understanding these characteristics is crucial in science and real-world applications.
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Answered by emily1chater | 2024-09-30