CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 6.1.1 Physical and Chemical Changes and Questions

Distinguish changes of state and dissolving from reactions that form new substances, using equations, particle diagrams and the identity of products.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Chemistry 0620

Exam points

  • Distinguish physical changes from new substances using equations, particle diagrams and process tables.
  • Explain why a change of state is physical by stating that no new substance forms.

CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 6.1.1 Physical and Chemical Changes and Questions question 1

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When calcium carbonate is heated strongly, a gas is given off.
Which word describes this change?

A

chemical

B

exothermic

C

physical

D

reduction

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