Physical Properties of Matter

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas

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What is matter?

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Anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What does it mean to classify?

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To group together based on similar traits.

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What is solubility?

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The ability of a substance to dissolve in another substance.

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What is density?

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The mass of a substance divided by its volume.

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What happens to an ice cube when it is left out in a room?

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It changes from solid to liquid to gas.

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What is the relationship between density and floating?

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An object will float if it is less dense than the liquid it is in.

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What is the definition of volume?

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The amount of space an object occupies.

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What is conductivity?

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The ability of a material to conduct electricity or heat.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.