Why is it a physical change to freeze water?(1 point)

Question

Responses

Only a phase change occurs.
Only a phase change occurs.

The new and original substances are different.
The new and original substances are different.

A temperature change occurs.
A temperature change occurs.

Heat is released during the process.

Answer 1

The correct response is: Only a phase change occurs.

Freezing water is considered a physical change because it involves a transition from one state (liquid) to another (solid) without altering the chemical composition of the water itself. The molecules remain H2O whether they are in the liquid or solid state.