Which of the following represents a chemical change? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following represents a chemical change?
A. Melting of ice
B. Rusting of iron
C. Sublimation of iodine
D. Dissolving sugar in water
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Rusting is a chemical change because iron reacts with atmospheric oxygen and moisture to form hydrated iron(III) oxide. This new compound possesses entirely different chemical properties from the original iron. The process involves the formation of new chemical bonds and cannot be easily reversed by simple physical methods.

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