Classifying Matter

A golf ball has more mass than a tennis ball because it

• takes up more space

• contains more matter

• contains different kinds of matter

• has a definite composition

All of the following are physical properties of matter EXCEPT

• mass

• color

• melting point

• ability to rust

Which of the following are considered physical properties of a substance?

• color and odor

• melting and boiling points

• malleability and hardness

• all of the above

A vapor is which state of matter?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

• all of the above

Which state of matter takes both the shape and volume of its container?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

• both b and c

Which stste of matter is characterized by having a definite shape and a definite volume?

• gas

• liquid

• solid

• all of the above

Which of the following is a physical change?

• corrosion

• explosion

• evaporation

• rotting of food

Which of the following is a heterogeneous mixture?

• vinegar in water

• milk

• oil and vinegar

• air

Which of the following is a homogeneous mixture?

• salt water

• beef stew

• sand and water

• soil

Separating a solid from a liquid by evaporating the liquid is called

• filtration

• condensation

• solution

• distillation