Michael mixes two chemicals together in a beaker. The chemicals change color, and the beaker heats up quickly. What kind of change most likely occurred?

Question

A.
A chemical change occurred.
B.
A mixture formed.
C.
Only a physical change occurred.
D.
No change occurred.

Answer 1

A. A chemical change occurred.

The color change and the rapid increase in temperature suggest that a chemical reaction has taken place, which is indicative of a chemical change.