Question

Which of the following represent chemical processes? Which represent physical processes?

Answer 1

Answer:

A). Calcium chloride dihydrate (CaCl2 * 2H2O) slowly heated in a crucible to become calcium chloride (anhydrous).

Dehyration is a physical process

B). A hydrocarbon such as propane (C3H8) undergoes combustion to power a grill

Combustion is a chemical process.

C). A rock climber’s rope becomes frayed and turns the color of the rocks

This is physical process

D). A dog urinates on an air conditioner coil and the coil becomes corroded

Corrsion is a chemical process.

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