Physical and Chemical Change Reading Passage Worksheets

Physical and Chemical Change Reading Passage

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Physical and Chemical Change Reading Passage For Google Apps

An interesting reading passage on physical and chemical changes for your 4-6th grade class. Matter is anything that takes up space and has mass. It can exist in different forms such as solids, liquids, and gases. When matter undergoes a change, it can either be a physical change or a chemical change. A physical change is when the matter changes its shape, size, or state without changing its chemical composition. On the other hand, a chemical change occurs when the matter undergoes a chemical reaction, resulting in a new substance with different properties. There are several ways to identify whether a change is a physical or chemical change. One way is to observe whether there is a change in the color, odor, or taste of the
matter. If there is a change, it is likely a chemical change. Another way is to observe whether there is a release or absorption of energy, such as heat or light. If there is, it is likely a chemical change.

Questions that follow.
1. Explain in your own words what a physical change is and what a chemical
change is.
2. Explain how you can identify physical or chemical changes in matter.