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ISBN: 9781259288722

Author: BAUER

Publisher: MCG

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Chapter 1, Problem 153QP

Which of the following is an example of a hypothesis?

A The mass of products obtained in a chemical reaction always equals the mass of the substances that react.

B. zine reacts with hydrochloric acid but copper doesnâ€™t because zine is more reactive than copper.

C. Silver tarnishes.

D. Oil and water donâ€™t mix.

E. All matter is composed of atoms.

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Chapter 1, Problem 152QP

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Solution Summary: The author explains that the statement, "Zinc reacts with hydrochloric acid", is an observation because it is the result of an experiment.

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