Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Physical and chemical changes

Physical and chemical changes — practice question

When a small piece of a Group I metal is put into a large beaker of cold water, a reaction takes place. Four statements about this reaction are given. 1 The metal melts. 2 Hydrogen is produced. 3 Steam is produced. 4 The pH of the solution increases. Which statements about this reaction describe a physical change?

  • A1 and 3
  • B1 and 4
  • C2 and 3
  • D2 and 4

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