7.SCI.6.C
Distinguish between physical and chemical changes in matter.
Grade 7 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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physical changeschemical changesmatter
Skills
- distinguish (physical and chemical changes in matter) #dok2
- classify (types of changes in matter) #dok2
- identify (evidence of physical or chemical change) #dok1
Learning Targets
- I can identify physical changes in matter using observable properties. #dok1
- I can identify chemical changes in matter by looking for production of gas, change in color, or formation of a precipitate. #dok1
- I can distinguish between a physical change and a chemical change in matter by analyzing characteristics of each. #dok2
- I can classify examples of changes in matter as either physical or chemical. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Matter can undergo two main types of changes: physical and chemical, each with unique characteristics.
- Observing evidence of change helps us classify processes as physical or chemical in nature.
Essential Questions
- What are the main differences between physical and chemical changes in matter?
- How can you recognize whether a change in matter is physical or chemical?
- What evidence can be used to distinguish between physical and chemical changes?
- Why is it important to know the difference between physical and chemical changes?
- Can a change in matter ever appear to be both physical and chemical? How would you classify such a situation?