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 substances that make up an object have been changed into another substance.

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Give an example of a Physical Change.

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Boiling water 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 Physical Change?

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Matter changes its appearance but not its chemical composition.

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What happens during a Chemical Change?

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The substances involved change into different substances with new properties.

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Is melting ice a Physical or Chemical Change?

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Melting ice is a physical change.

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Is burning wood a Physical or Chemical Change?

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Burning wood is a chemical change.

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What is an example of a Physical Change involving shape?

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Breaking a glass bottle is an example of a physical change involving shape.

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What is an example of a Chemical Change involving decay?

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Decaying leaves is an example of a chemical change.