Properties of Matter

Milk takes the shape of its container because it is a:

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

Answer explanation

Milk takes the shape of its container because it is a liquid. Liquids are able to flow and conform to the shape of their container.

Which state of matter has tightly packed molecules?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

Answer explanation

The state of matter with tightly packed molecules is solid.

Tags

NGSS.5-PS1-3

Which state of matter cannot change shape and volume?

• Solids

• Liquids

• Gases

Answer explanation

Solids cannot change shape and volume.

Tags

NGSS.5-PS1-3

What are the states of matter?

• Solid, liquid and air

• Solid and gas

• Solid, liquid and gas

Answer explanation

The states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas. These states describe the different forms that matter can exist in. The correct choice is solid, liquid, and gas.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which state of matter has particles that slide past each other and has a definite volume (cannot change volume)?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

Answer explanation

Liquid is the correct choice because it has particles that slide past each other and has a definite volume.

Which state of matter can spread out and fill in any container its in?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

Answer explanation

Gas is the state of matter that can spread out and fill in any container. It has no definite shape or volume.

Tags

NGSS.5-PS1-3

What is representing gas in the picture?

• the water

• the cup

• the bubbles

Answer explanation

The bubbles in the picture represent gas. They are formed due to the release of gas from the liquid.

Which state of matter is the model in the image representing?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

Answer explanation

The model in the image represents the state of matter as a solid. This is evident from the fixed arrangement of particles and their close proximity to each other, which is characteristic of solids.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which state of matter is the model in the image representing?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

Answer explanation

The model in the image represents the state of matter as a gas. Gas particles are loosely packed and move freely, unlike solids or liquids.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

An example of matter is...

• light

• heat

• air

• a shadow

Answer explanation

Air is an example of matter because it has mass and takes up space. It is composed of molecules and can be felt, seen, and measured.