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What happens when a chemical reaction occurs?

When a chemical reaction occurs:

i. New substances are formed by breaking and making of new


bonds.


ii. Some gases may evolve during the reaction.


iii. Change in smell.


iv. Change in colour.


v. Change in state (liquid, solid or gaseous)


vi. Change in temperature.


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