Physical Changes
Identifying and describing physical changes where the substance's identity remains the same.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between a physical change and a chemical change.
- Analyze various examples of physical changes in everyday life.
- Explain why dissolving sugar in water is considered a physical change.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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