Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

When a substance undergoes a change in its physical properties, it is called:

Options:

Chemical change

Physical change

Sublimation change

Biological change

Correct Answer:

Physical change

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Physical change

When a substance undergoes a change in its physical properties (like state, shape, size, color, density, etc.) but its chemical composition remains the same, it is called a Physical change. No new substance is formed in a physical change.

 

  • Chemical change: Involves a change in the chemical composition of a substance, resulting in the formation of one or more new substances. Examples include burning wood or rusting iron.
  • Sublimation change: This is a type of physical change, specifically the phase transition from solid directly to gas. It's not a general term for all physical property changes.
  • Biological change: Refers to changes that occur in living organisms, often involving complex biochemical reactions or growth processes.