Physical and Chemical Changes

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What is a Physical Change?

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A Physical Change happens when matter changes size, shape, or form but not the substance.

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What is a Chemical Change?

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A Chemical Change occurs when a substance transforms into a different substance, involving a change in chemical properties.

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Give an example of a Physical Change.

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Cutting paper is an example of a Physical Change.

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Give an example of a Chemical Change.

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Exploding fireworks is an example of a Chemical Change.

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What happens during a Chemical Change?

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During a Chemical Change, the chemical composition of a substance changes, resulting in the formation of new substances.

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What is an example of a Physical Change involving water?

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Melting ice is an example of a Physical Change involving water.

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What is an example of a Chemical Change involving food?

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Eating food and digesting it is an example of a Chemical Change.

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Is mixing Sodas a Physical or Chemical Change?

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Mixing Sodas is a Physical Change.

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What happens to the substance in a Physical Change?

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In a Physical Change, the substance remains the same even though its form may change.

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What is the difference between Physical and Chemical Changes?

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Physical Changes do not change the substance, while Chemical Changes result in new substances.