Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The pungent odor of vinegar is physical or chemical property has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Physical properties:
Physical properties can be observed or measured without changing the composition of matter. Physical properties are used to observe and describe matter.
Chemical properties:
Chemical properties are only observed during a
(b)
Interpretation:
Carbon cannot be decomposed is a physical or chemical property has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(c)
Interpretation:
Sulfur is a yellow color solid is a physical or chemical property has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(d)
Interpretation:
Sodium chloride is a crystalline solid is a physical or chemical property has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(e)
Interpretation:
Water does not burn is a physical or chemical property has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(f)
Interpretation:
Mercury is a liquid at
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(g)
Interpretation:
Oxygen is not combustible is a physical or chemical property has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(h)
Interpretation:
Aluminium combines with oxygen to form a protective oxide coating is a physical or chemical property has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
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