Lesson 8:

Chemical Reactions



A chemical reaction is the change of a substance into a new one that has a different chemical identity. Each day, our regular life has chemical reactions that occur all around us! In this lesson, you will explore the meaning of a chemical reaction as well as how to tell the difference between a physical change and a chemical change.


 

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In this lesson, you will:

  • learn about chemical reactions
  • learn about combustion and corrosion
  • learn the difference between chemical and physical changes



Key terms for this lesson:

  • chemical reaction
  • chemical change
  • physical change
  • combustion
  • corrosion
  • carbonation