Matter Matters

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that takes up space and has mass.

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What state of matter is characterized by having a definite shape and volume?

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Solid

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What do gases do in terms of shape and volume?

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Gases take the shape and size of their containers.

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What is an example of a solid?

Back

Sand is an example of a solid.

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NGSS.2-PS1-1

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Why is a lake considered matter?

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A lake is considered matter because it has mass and volume.

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What is the definition of mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object.

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What is the definition of volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies.

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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.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

What is an example of a gas?

Back

Helium is an example of a gas.

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What happens to the particles in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.