Question

Why is it a physical change to freeze water?(1 point) Responses Heat is released during the process. Heat is released during the process. The new and original substances are different. The new and original substances are different. Only a phase change occurs. Only a phase change occurs. A temperature change occurs. A temperature change occurs.

Answer 1

The correct response is: **Only a phase change occurs.**

Freezing water is considered a physical change because it involves a change in the state of matter (from liquid to solid) without altering the chemical composition of the water itself. The substance remains H2O whether it is in liquid or solid form.