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  • Magma to Rock: Understanding Physical Change in Geology
    Yes, the change from magma to solid rock is a physical change. Here's why:

    * Physical Change: A physical change alters the form or appearance of a substance but doesn't change its chemical composition.

    * Magma to Rock: When magma cools, the chemical composition of the molten rock remains the same. The change is in its physical state, from liquid to solid.

    Examples of Physical Changes:

    * Melting ice (water to ice)

    * Boiling water (liquid to gas)

    * Cutting paper

    * Dissolving sugar in water

    Chemical Changes:

    * Burning wood (producing ash and gases)

    * Rusting metal (formation of iron oxide)

    * Cooking an egg (protein structure changes)

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