Which of the following is always true when a substance undergoes a physical change ?

Athe composition changes.
Ba change in color occurs.
Cno new substance is formed.
Dits specific gravity remains the same.

Verified Answer :

When a substance undergoes a physical change no new substance is formed.

Answer: c. no new substance is formed.

Explanation:

A physical change is defined as a change in which there is alteration in shape, size etc. No new substance gets formed in these reactions.

Example: Melting of ice

\(H_2O(s)\righarrow H_2O(l)\)

A chemical change is defined as a change in which a change in chemical composition takes place. A new substance is formed in these reactions.  Chemical reactions are usually characterized by change in color, heat change, precipitate formation and evolution of bubbles.

Example: Oxidation of magnesium

\(2Mg+O_2\rightarrow 2MgO\)