A data table summarizing four everyday processes is shown below

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Problem

A data table summarizing four everyday processes is shown below. Several entries have been intentionally left blank.
ProcessIdentity of principal substance(s) before the processIdentity of principal substance(s) after the processType of change (Physical or Chemical)
1. Dissolving NaCl(s) in waterNaCl(s) + H₂O(l)————————————————
2. Frying an egg (albumen turns white)————————Denatured proteins + H₂O(g) (steam)————————
3. Sublimation of dry iceCO₂(s)CO₂(g)————————
4. Tarnishing of a silver spoon left in airAg(s) + O₂(g)Ag₂O(s)————————
Complete the missing entries and answer the follow-up questions. (a) Fill in the two missing identities in the “before” or “after” columns. (b) For each of the four processes, state whether the change is physical or chemical and justify your choice in 1–2 sentences per process. (c) For Process 1, explain on the particulate (ionic) level why the identities of the substances are considered unchanged even though macroscopic properties such as electrical conductivity differ from those of solid NaCl.

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