what is the difference between chemical and physical change

Dear Student,

The difference between physical and chemical changes is tabulated as follows:

Physical Change

Chemical Change

The chemical composition of a substance does not change.

The chemical composition of a substance changes.

Most changes are reversible

Most changes are irreversible.

No new substances are formed. For example,

Ice → Water → Steam

 

New substances are formed.For example,

Paper → Ashes

 

 

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