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What is meant by the term physical change?
Give an example.

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(i) When the physical state of the substance changes but its chemical composition remains same, then it is said that a physical change has taken place.
(ii) Physical change is often temporary in nature.
(iii) During a physical change, new substances are not formed.
(iv) Example : Condensation of steam.
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