Have you ever wondered how water freezes to make ice cubes? Just like in what you're drinking right now
Yes! Now that you've mentioned it, I'm fascinated and curious.
Matter has three phases: solid, liquid and gas. Each has its own characteristics.
It has two properties: chemical and physical. Chemical pertains to how a substance can be converted to another substance.
This was taught to me during elementary. Go on, continue.
Physical is, on the other hand, can be observed and measured without matter changing into a different substance.
Physical is divided into 2: intensive and extensive. Intensive doesn't depend on the amount of the substance present. Whereas extensive depends on the amount.
It also undergoes 2 changes: physical and chemical change.
When matter changes form but not the chemical identity, it is physical
That's right! Chemical change occurs because of new chemical bonds. Hence, new products are formed.
And when it converts one material to another, it is chemical!
Chemical or physical changes are usually accompanied by an energy transfer.
If a change or reaction absorbs heat from its surroundings, it is classified as endothermic.
If heat is released, then it is exothermic. I clearly remember because I am a fan of a boyband called EXO.
That's absolutely right! Now you recall and know the properties of matter, changes it undergoes, and forms of energy involved.
Well, Irene, Chemistry is my favorite subject ever!
Phew! My brain is bleeding because of information overload, Angela!