Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Physical and chemical changes

Physical and chemical changes — practice question

The following set of chemical and physical processes, A to H, is given. A combustion B diffusion C melting D neutralisation E photosynthesis F reversible reaction G roasting H thermal decomposition Answer the questions about processes A to H below. Each letter can be used once, more than once, or not used at all.
(a)[1]

State which process from A to H occurs when an acid reacts with an alkali.

(b)[1]

State which process from A to H reaches equilibrium.

(c)[1]

State which process from A to H is the change from a solid (particles in fixed positions) to a liquid (particles that can move but are still touching).

(d)[1]

State which of the processes A to H count as physical changes. ................. and .................

(e)[1]

State which of the processes A to H is caused by gas particles colliding with one another.

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