Physical vs. Chemical Change Quick Check

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Why is it a physical change to freeze water?(1 point)
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The new and original substances are different.
The new and original substances are different.

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

Heat is released during the process.
Heat is released during the process.

A temperature change occurs.
A temperature change occurs.
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Answer 1

The correct response is: Only a phase change occurs.

Freezing water changes it from liquid (water) to solid (ice), but the chemical composition (H2O) remains the same. This is characteristic of a physical change.