Module 1-matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What happens to the weight of a mixture when two substances are combined?

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The weight of the mixture is the sum of the weights of the individual substances.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-5

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What is an argument in scientific terms?

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An argument is a claim supported by evidence and reasoning.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What is the principle of conservation of mass?

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The principle of conservation of mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-5

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How does temperature affect the state of matter?

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Temperature changes can cause matter to change from one state to another, such as from solid to liquid (melting) or from liquid to gas (evaporation).

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the difference between a solid, liquid, and gas in terms of particle arrangement?

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In solids, particles are closely packed and vibrate in place; in liquids, particles are close but can move past each other; in gases, particles are far apart and move freely.

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NGSS.5-PS1-3

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What is an example of a chemical change?

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An example of a chemical change is the reaction between baking soda and vinegar, which produces carbon dioxide gas.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-5

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What is the significance of a balloon inflating in a chemical reaction?

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The inflation of a balloon indicates the production of gas during a chemical reaction.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is the definition of a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.