5th Grade Properties of Matter

The measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid is called

• conductivity

• hardness

• texture

• solubility

Answer explanation

If something can dissolve in a liquid, it is soluble.

Mass is defined as anything that has mass or takes up space.

• True
• False

What is the definition of texture?

• What color an object is.

• How an object tastes.

• How an object feels.

• How hot an object is.

Objects that are less dense than water will ______.

• Sink

• Float

• Change shape

Salt is soluble in water.

• True
• False

What property of liquids do graduated cylinders measure?

• Mass

• Volume

• Mass

A triple beam balance is used to measure mass.

• True
• False

If an item can dissolve in a liquid, it is......

• Soluble

• Mass

• Insoluble

What is the unit of measurement for mass?

• Milimeters

• Centimeters

• Grams

An object that is MORE dense will sink.

• True
• False