Reversible and Irreversible Changes · Chemical Science

Physical vs Chemical Changes

Distinguishing between changes in state and the formation of new substances.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can we tell if a new substance has been formed during an experiment?
  2. 2Why is melting ice reversible while burning wood is not?
  3. 3What evidence suggests a chemical reaction has occurred?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S6U04
Year: Year 6
Subject: Science
Unit: Reversible and Irreversible Changes
Period: Chemical Science

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