Chapter 4 Properties of Matter
Chapter 4 Properties of Matter
Chapter 4 Properties of Matter
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4.1 <strong>Properties</strong> <strong>of</strong> substances<br />
properties – characteristic <strong>of</strong> the substance and<br />
give it a unique identity<br />
physical properties – inherent characteristics <strong>of</strong><br />
a substance<br />
chemical properties – the ability <strong>of</strong> a substance<br />
to form new substance either by reaction<br />
or by decomposition<br />
ex. chlorine Cl 2<br />
• not burn but will support the combustion<br />
<strong>of</strong> other substances<br />
• used as bleaching agent<br />
• combine with Na to form salt<br />
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