All matter has characteristics or properties. Some properties of matter can be easily observed by using senses; these are called physical properties. Other properties are not as easily observed. Chemical properties are properties of matter that require altering the substance before they can be observed.

Watch the following video to learn more about physical and chemical properties of matter. The video provides a review of elements, compounds, and mixtures.

Some physical properties depend on the size or amount of substance. These properties are called size dependent properties. Other properties do not depend on the size or amount of substance. These properties are called size independent properties.

The chart below provides examples of physical and chemical properties of matter.