Properties of Matter and States Pre-Assessment

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What is a physical property of matter?

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A characteristic of a substance that can be observed or measured without changing its identity, such as color, shape, size, and state.

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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What happens to the particles in a solid?

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The particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What happens to the particles in a liquid?

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The particles are close together but can move past one another, allowing liquids to flow.

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What happens to the particles in a gas?

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The particles are far apart and move freely, filling the space available.

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What is an example of a solid?

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A marker you use in art class.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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Milk you poured into your cereal.

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What is an example of a gas?

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Steam rising from a pot of water.

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What does it mean for an object to float?

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It means the object is less dense than the liquid it is in, allowing it to stay on the surface.

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What can cause a snowman to melt?

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Warmer temperatures can cause a snowman to melt.