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Which of the following is not a chemical change?
Which of the following is not a chemical change?
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Remember that "burning" almost always implies a chemical reaction (combustion), whereas "melting" or "boiling" denotes a physical change of state.
Updated On: Mar 16, 2026
- Rusting of iron
- Respiration
- Melting of wax
- Burning of wax
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The Correct Option is C
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