Science Common Sense
1508 - What differences are there in the properties of compounds?
Compounds have different properties depending on the elements they're made of and how they're arranged. Here are some differences:
- Appearance: Compounds can be solids, liquids, or gases, and have different colors and textures.
- Melting and boiling points: Different compounds melt and boil at different temperatures.
- Solubility: Compounds can dissolve in different liquids, like water or oil.
- Smell and taste: Compounds can have different smells and tastes.
- Hardness: Compounds can be hard or soft, and some can even be brittle.
- Conductivity: Some compounds can carry electricity, while others can't.
- Reactivity: Compounds can react differently with other substances, like acids or bases.
For example, sugar is a solid that dissolves in water, while soap is a solid that dissolves in water but also makes bubbles. These are just a few examples of how compounds can have different properties.