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  • Physical vs. Chemical Change: Evaporation of Filtrate Explained
    This is a physical change. Here's why:

    * Physical Changes: Alter the form or appearance of a substance but don't change its chemical composition.

    * Chemical Changes: Result in the formation of new substances with different chemical properties.

    In the case of evaporation:

    * Filtrate: This is the liquid that passes through a filter. It likely contains dissolved substances.

    * Evaporation: This involves the change of state from liquid to gas (water vapor).

    * Dryness: The water molecules have been removed, leaving behind the dissolved substances.

    Key Point: The chemical composition of the dissolved substances in the filtrate hasn't changed. You're simply removing the water solvent.

    Example: If you evaporate saltwater, you'll be left with salt crystals. The salt (NaCl) remains chemically the same.

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