Properties of Matter Quiz

What is the term for the amount of matter in something?

• Weight

• Volume

• Mass

• Density

Which state of matter takes the shape of its container?

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

• Gas

Liam, Emma, and Sophia are conducting an experiment in their science class. They want to determine the relative density of an object they found. How should they do it?

• By checking if the object sinks or floats when they put it in a bucket of water

• By using a scale to measure the weight of the object

• By observing the color of the object

• By using a measuring cup to find out the volume of the object

What is the property that allows electricity to pass through a material?

• Thermal Conductivity

• Solubility

• Electrical Conductivity

• Magnetism

What is the term for the ability of a material to conduct heat?

• Magnetism

• Electrical Conductivity

• Thermal Conductivity

• Solubility

Which material is magnetic?

• Iron

• Copper

• Brass

• Plastic

What state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

• Liquid

• Solid

• Gas

• Plasma

Jackson, Anika, and Grace are working on a science project. They need to choose a material that is not a good conductor of electricity for a part of their project. Which material should they choose?

• Iron

• Copper

• Gold

• Wood

Mia, Kai, and Nora are conducting a science experiment. They notice that one of their substances doesn't hold its shape when moved to a different container, but its volume remains the same. Which state of matter are they observing?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

Which material is a good insulator of electricity?

• Iron

• Copper

• Gold

• Rubber