Which of these are examples of physical changes? Check all that apply. burning wood freezing water cutting paper iron rusting mixing water and acetone
Answer (2)
Physical changes alter the physical properties of a substance without changing its composition. Freezing water, cutting paper, and mixing water with acetone are examples of physical changes. In contrast, burning wood and rusting iron are chemical changes. ;
The physical changes from the examples provided are freezing water, cutting paper, and mixing water with acetone. Burning wood and iron rusting are chemical changes. Physical changes do not alter the chemical composition of the substances involved.
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