Properties of Materials and Objects

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What is texture?

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Texture refers to the feel or appearance of a surface. It can be rough, smooth, soft, or hard.

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What is a property of materials?

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A property of materials is a characteristic that helps to describe and identify them, such as color, hardness, or texture.

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What happens when two magnets with the same poles face each other?

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They repel each other.

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What happens when two magnets with opposite poles face each other?

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They attract each other.

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What is hardness?

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Hardness is a measure of how resistant a material is to being scratched or dented.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is used to measure the temperature of liquids or gases.

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What is the best way to compare the temperature of two liquids?

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The best way is to use a thermometer to measure the temperature of each liquid.

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a property of certain materials that allows them to attract or repel other materials.

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What is an example of a material that is attracted to magnets?

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Iron is an example of a material that is attracted to magnets.

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What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume, while a liquid has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.