This document provides an overview of chemical reactions for an 8th grade science class. It defines chemical and physical properties, and the differences between physical and chemical changes. It explains what reactants and products are in chemical reactions and provides examples of word equations. Specific chemical reactions discussed include burning magnesium and the reaction of magnesium with hydrochloric acid. The key information is that a chemical reaction involves atoms or molecules breaking down or combining to form new substances with different properties.