Physical Properties of Matter

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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 are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object.

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What is texture?

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Texture is how something feels, such as smooth, rough, or bumpy.

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What is a balance scale used for?

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A balance scale is used to measure the mass of an object.

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Can you name a property of matter?

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Some properties of matter include color, shape, size, mass, and texture.

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What does it mean if something is hard?

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If something is hard, it does not bend or break easily.

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What does it mean if something is soft?

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If something is soft, it can be easily bent or shaped.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is a rock.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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An example of a liquid is water.