Which of the following is a reliable way to observe that a chemical change has occurred when two substances come in contact with one another?(1 point) Responses conduct a test to determine the chemical makeup of the molecules conduct a test to determine the chemical makeup of the molecules test for the release of heat test for the release of heat observe a color change observe a color change monitor for the release of a gas

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All of the options you've provided can indicate that a chemical change has occurred. However, the most reliable observable signs of a chemical change typically include:

  • Test for the release of heat (exothermic reaction)
  • Observe a color change
  • Monitor for the release of a gas

Among these, if you're looking for the most definitive indicators that often accompany a chemical change, testing for the release of heat or observing a significant and constant color change would be strong indicators.

If I had to choose one response based on common educational criteria for indicating a chemical change, I would suggest:

Observe a color change.

This is often highlighted as a visual indicator in many educational resources. However, remember that ideally, multiple observations and tests should be taken into account for a thorough understanding.