Evidence
Evidences of Chemical Reactions All chemical bonds posses potential energy. In a chemical reaction this energy is changed when old bonds are broken and new bonds are formed. Chemical changes are different from physical changes. When a physical change occurs there is no breaking and forming of bonds. There are certain things that will help us identify if a chemical reaction has taken place. We call these evidences of chemical reactions. Light is given off: Potential energy in valance electrons is released in the form of light. Gas is given off: Indicates an increase in kinetic energy of the atom (compound) as it is changed to a gas. Temperature change: Exothermic is an increase in the speed of the molecules (heat). Exothermic is the taking in of energy. Color change: the increase or decrease of potential energy stored in new bonds. Precipitate formed: increase or decrease of potential energy in new bonds formed. Electrical potential: T...