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Is bending a nail a physical change or a chemical change?

That's a physical change. Assuming the nail is made of iron (Fe), when you bend it, you simply change its shape. You don't change the fact that it's still iron.


Can reaction occur with copper nail and iron chloride?

nope. when u look at the reaction chart iron is stronger than copper so no reaction occur.


What is the difference between iron and iron nail?

Iron is a compound iron nail is a iron ore which means that the iron nail is a mixture of metals such as copper and zinc added to make the nail stronger.


Which object is the best conductor of electricity a wax crayon a plastic spoon a rubber eraser or an iron nail?

iron nail


How does water rust a nail?

In the presence of oxygen a reaction occur (oxidation) and the hydrated iron oxide is produced.


Why is an iron nail not a mineral?

An iron nail is not a mineral because it is a man-made object produced through industrial processes. Minerals occur naturally in the Earth's crust and have a specific chemical composition and crystalline structure. Since an iron nail does not meet these criteria, it is not considered a mineral.


How can one effectively bend a nail using proper technique and tools?

To effectively bend a nail, use a hammer and a vise. Place the nail in the vise with the part you want to bend sticking out. Use the hammer to strike the nail at the desired angle. Repeat as needed until the nail is bent to the desired shape.


What forms of iron would rust the fastest thin iron plate iron nail solid iron cube fine iron filings?

The iron nail would rust the fastest, as its surface area is relatively larger compared to the other forms of iron listed. This allows more exposure to oxygen and moisture, which are essential for the rusting process to occur.


Why does an iron nail rust?

Iron present in the nail oxidizes in oxygen to form the iron oxides


What does an iron nail smell like?

An iron nail does not have a distinctive smell. If you smell something metallic when handling an iron nail, it could be due to the oils or dirt on the nail transferring to your hands.


Would an iron nail rust in distilled water?

Yes, an iron nail can still rust in distilled water because distilled water can still contain oxygen and other impurities that facilitate the rusting process of iron. Rusting requires the presence of both oxygen and water to occur.


Why is rusting nail chemical change?

A rusting nail is the oxidation of iron, in which the iron in the nail and the oxygen in the air react to form a new substance, iron oxide, with different properties from the iron and the oxygen.