MATTER Matters!

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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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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a definite shape and volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that has no definite shape or volume.

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What does it mean to classify objects?

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To classify objects means to group them based on shared characteristics.

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What is texture?

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Texture describes how something feels, such as smooth, rough, or shiny.

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What is an example of an object made of one material?

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A paper clip is made of metal.

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What is an example of an object made of more than one material?

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A bicycle is made of metal, rubber, and plastic.

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What happens to the size and shape of an object when it is ripped?

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The size and shape of the object change.