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Question
Distinguish between the following.
Physical change and chemical change
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Solution
| Physical Change | Chemical Change | |
| 1. | The chemical composition of a substance does not change. | The chemical composition of a substance does not remain the same. |
| 2. | Easily reversible | Not easily reversible |
| 3. | No new substance is formed | New substances are always formed |
| 4. | Melting of ice is an example of physical change. | The burning of paper is an example of chemical change. |
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