General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry: Structures of Life (5th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780321967466
Author: Karen C. Timberlake
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Chapter 3.2, Problem 3.10QAP
Describe each of the following as a physical or chemical property:
- Neon is a colorless gas at room temperature.
- Apple slices turn brown when they are exposed to air.
- Phosphorus will ignite when exposed to air.
- At room temperature, mercury is a liquid.
- Propane gas is compressed to a liquid for placement in a small cylinder.
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General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry: Structures of Life (5th Edition)
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