Physical and Chemical Changes

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Physical and Chemical Changes: Overview

This topic explains the difference between physical and chemical changes of a matter. Chemical characteristics of oil and water are described here. An example of burning is also illustrated to explain the concept.

Important Questions on Physical and Chemical Changes

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_____is the process of movement of molecules under a concentration gradient.

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Small dust particles or smoke_____ into the air and cause air pollution.

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Diffusion is an important process occurring in all living beings.

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Diffusion is a physical change or chemical change. Explain.

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Define diffusion.

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Cooking of rice is a physical change.

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Define the following term

Burning.

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A chemical change is irreversible in nature.

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7g of iron filings and 4g of sulfur powder is heated strongly with dilute H2SO4. Which gas would be produced?

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7g of iron filings and 4g of sulphur powder is treated with dilute H2SO4 at room temperature. Name the gas produced.

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Which of the following characteristics belong to a chemical reaction?

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What type of change is observed during a neutralisation reaction?

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What type of light is produced when a magnesium ribbon is burnt in a candle flame?

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The burning of any substance is a:

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The expansion and contraction of metals observed after heating and cooling them is a 

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The turning of lime water into milky is a standard test for

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Which of the following process is an example of both physical and chemical change?

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The burning of paper is a

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Which of the following change can be called as a chemical change?

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A change in which a new substance with different properties is formed is known as the _____ change.