Properties of Matter STAAR

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

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What is a physical property?

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A physical property is a characteristic of matter that can be observed or measured without changing its identity.

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What is thermal conductivity?

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Thermal conductivity is the ability of a material to conduct heat.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume.

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a property of materials that allows them to be attracted to magnets.

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What is electrical conductivity?

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Electrical conductivity is the ability of a material to allow the flow of electric current.

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What is solubility?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows heat or electricity to pass through it easily.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow heat or electricity to pass through it easily.