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The tarnishing of silver is due to a reaction with hydrogen sulfide. Because the end result of the tarnish is silver sulfide, it is a chemical change.

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yes,

I believe its the addition of oxygen to silver.

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Silver tarnishes are chemical.

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Chemical (the tarnish is silver oxide)

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Q: Is silver tarnishing a physical or chemical reaction?
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