Properties of Matter Quiz

Use each of the terms below just once to complete the passage: chemical, mass, physical, density, properties, substance. Matter is anything with (1) __________ and volume. A (2) __________ is a form of matter with a uniform and unchanging composition. Substances have specific, unchanging (3) __________ that can be observed. Substances have both physical and chemical properties. (4) __________ properties can be observed without changing a substance’s chemical composition. Color, hardness, and (5) __________ are examples. Other properties cannot be observed without changing the composition of a substance. These are called (6) __________ properties. An example is the tendency of iron to form rust when exposed to air.

Label each property as either physical or chemical. 7. Chemical formula H₂O

Label each property as either physical or chemical. 8. Forms green carbonate when exposed to moist air

Label each property as either physical or chemical. 9. Remains unchanged when in the presence of nitrogen

Label each property as either physical or chemical. 10. Colorless

Label each property as either physical or chemical. 11. Solid at normal temperatures and pressures

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Label each property as either physical or chemical. 12. Ability to combine with another substance

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Label each property as either physical or chemical. 13. Melting point

Label each property as either physical or chemical. 14. Liquid at normal temperatures and pressures

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Label each property as either physical or chemical. 17. Density is 1g/cm³