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What are the signs of a chemical change?

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Signs of a chemical change typically include:

Color Change: A substance changes color, indicating a new substance has formed.
Formation of a Precipitate: A solid forms from a solution during a chemical reaction.
Gas Production: Bubbles or fumes indicate a gas is being produced.
Temperature Change: The reaction absorbs or releases heat, leading to a temperature change.
Emission of Light: Some reactions produce light as a result.
Odor Change: A new smell can indicate the formation of a new substance.
Irreversibility: The change is often difficult or impossible to reverse.
These indicators help differentiate chemical changes from physical changes, where the substance's identity remains the same.