Develop a definition of chemical change using atoms and molecules in your definition.

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A chemical change is a process in which the arrangement of atoms and the composition of molecules are altered, resulting in the formation of one or more new substances. During this transformation, bonds between atoms are broken and formed, leading to changes in the chemical properties and structure of the original substances. Unlike physical changes, where the molecular structure remains intact, a chemical change signifies a fundamental shift in the identity and characteristics of the matter involved.