I WONDER - How Are Chemical Reactions Useful?

Chemical reactions are integral to everyday life, occurring in our bodies, car engines, and the atmosphere. They play a crucial role in digestion, fuel combustion, and weather patterns. Understanding these reactions aids in developing medicines, renewable energy, and culinary arts.

Which of the following is an example of a chemical reaction occurring in our bodies?

• Sleeping

• Digesting food

• Walking

• Breathing

What is a common example of a chemical reaction in vehicles?

• Tire inflation

• Fuel combustion

• Windshield cleaning

• Oil change

How do chemical reactions in the atmosphere affect us?

• They produce sound waves

• They influence weather and climate

• They change the color of the sky

• They create new landforms

Which field benefits from understanding chemical reactions?

• History

• Medicine

• Astronomy

• Linguistics

In cooking, what role do chemical reactions play?

• They change the color of food

• They enhance flavor

• They preserve food

• They make food inedible