Physical or Chemical Change Quiz

Study Notes

Chemical Changes

Acid Rain: Precipitation with high levels of sulfuric or nitric acids, resulting from atmospheric pollution, causing ecosystem damage.
Alkaseltzer: A type of effervescent antacid that undergoes a chemical reaction when dissolved in water, producing carbon dioxide.
Burning a Match: A combustion reaction where chemical bonds break and new substances such as ash and gases form, releasing heat and light.
Cooked Eggs: Proteins in eggs undergo denaturation and new bonds form when heated, creating solidified structure.
Digestion: A complex biochemical process that breaks down food into simpler substances through enzymatic reactions.
Dying Hair: A chemical process involving the alteration of hair pigments through the application of chemical dyes.
Firefly Glowing: A bioluminescent chemical process involving the enzyme luciferase that produces light in fireflies.
Pipes Rusting: A chemical reaction of iron with oxygen and water leading to corrosion, producing iron oxide (rust).
Zinc and HCl: A chemical reaction that occurs when zinc reacts with hydrochloric acid, producing hydrogen gas and zinc chloride.

Physical Changes

Boiling Water: A physical transformation where water changes from liquid to vapor without altering its chemical composition.
Ice Melting: The transition from solid to liquid when ice absorbs heat, maintaining the chemical identity of H2O.
Mixing Iron and Sand: A physical process where iron filings and sand combine, but no new substances are formed.
Lava Cooling: Upon cooling, molten rock transforms into solid rock without changing its chemical composition.
Sublimation of Iodine: A physical change in which iodine transitions directly from solid to gaseous state without becoming liquid.
Sugar Dissolving: A physical change where sugar molecules disperse in water but retain their chemical identity.
Weathering of Rocks: A physical process involving the breakdown of rocks due to environmental conditions, affecting their structure but not composition.

Description

Test your knowledge on the differences between physical and chemical changes with this engaging flashcard quiz. Each card features examples such as acid rain and boiling water for easy identification. Perfect for students learning about chemistry.