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Physical and Chemical Properties Lesson PlanPhysical and Chemical Properties Lesson Plan
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Physical and Chemical Properties

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Students study the difference between physical and chemical properties. They also discuss changes in matter, known as physical and chemical changes. They observe and discuss several demonstrations of both physical and chemical changes

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chemical changes, physical changes

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chemical change, physical change, properties, science

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