| Physical changes | Chemical changes |
| 1. In a physical change material may change its shape, size, texture or state. | 1. A change which after physical properties and composition also. |
| 2. No new compound is formed. | 2. New compound /substance is formed due to chemical change. |
| 3. The change is temporary. It is reversible. | 3. The change is permanent and irreversible. |
| 4. Examples: Evaporation of water, boiling of water, melting of ice. | 4. Examples: Burning of wood, paper, souring of milk, digestion of food, rusting of iron. |