Question

Select the correct terms to complete the sentences.(1 point)
During a chemical reaction, the chemical structure of matter changes to form a new substance. This process requires first
bonds between atoms and then
bonds. When this occurs, the number of atoms in the reactants and the products remain the same.

Answer 1

During a chemical reaction, the chemical structure of matter changes to form a new substance. This process requires first **breaking** bonds between atoms and then **forming** bonds. When this occurs, the number of atoms in the reactants and the products remains the same.