Properties of Matter

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What is density?

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Density is the measure of how much mass is contained in a given volume. It tells us how heavy something is for its size.

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Which is less dense than air?

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Helium is less dense than air, which is why it makes balloons float.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the property that tells us how well a substance can dissolve in a liquid.

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What happens to Styrofoam when it disappears?

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Styrofoam disappears because trapped gas escapes from it.

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Why is plastic a good choice for pot handles?

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Plastic is a good choice for pot handles because it is not conductive, meaning it does not get hot.

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What is a property of matter?

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A property of matter is a characteristic that helps us describe and identify different materials, such as color, density, and solubility.

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What does it mean if something is conductive?

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If something is conductive, it means it can allow electricity or heat to pass through it.

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What is an example of a liquid that is soluble in water?

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Sugar is an example of a substance that is soluble in water.

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What is the opposite of solubility?

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The opposite of solubility is insolubility, which means a substance does not dissolve in a liquid.

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What is a chemical reaction?

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A chemical reaction is a process where substances change into new substances with different properties.