Classifying Matter Based on Physical Properties

Which object is NOT magnetic?

• Aluminum Can

• Iron Nail

• Steel Bolt

• Nickel coin

Two objects are placed in water. One sinks and the other floats. Which of the following is the most reasonable conclusion that can be drawn from this observation?

• One object is magnetic and the other is not.

• One object is a solid and the other is a liquid.

• One object has a greater density than the other.

• One object is much larger than the other.

A student created a table listing the properties of a sample of matter. Based on the table, the student collected data on a sample of which of the following types of matter?

• Vinegar

• Salt

• Iron Fillings

• Sand

Thermal energy is measured by a _____________.

• magnet

• thermometer

• triple beam balance

• timing device

Mass is measured in what unit of measurement? Select all the correct answers (hint, there is more than one correct answer).

• Liters (L)

• Grams

• Milliter (mL)

• Kilograms (kg)

Select 3 objects below that are insulators of electrical or thermal energy?

• Rubber

• Air

• Wooden Spoon

• Metal wire

• Metal Spoon

Select all the physical characteristics of matter.

• Texture

• Mass

• Density

• Luster

Matter has physical properties that can be ___________. Select all the correct answers (3)

• measured

• changed

• tested

• observed

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What physical property tests an objects ability to float or sink?

• Conductivity

• States of Matter

• Solubility

• Relative Density

What physical property of matter uses our senses?

• Magnetism

• Solubility

• States of Matter

• Relative Density