Quiz on Matter and Properties

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the particle model of matter?

• All matter is made up of small particles.

• Particles of matter are always moving.

• Particles of matter do not have spaces between them.

• Attractive forces between particles are strongest in gases.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Particles of matter do not have spaces between them.' This statement is not a characteristic of the particle model of matter.

In which state of matter are the particles separated by large spaces and constantly moving in all directions?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

Answer explanation

In the state of matter known as gas, particles are separated by large spaces and constantly moving in all directions.

Which physical property of matter includes state, mass, volume, density, and compressibility?

• Chemical properties

• Physical properties

• Biological properties

• Electrical properties

Answer explanation

Physical properties of matter include state, mass, volume, density, and compressibility, making it the correct choice.

What is the SI unit of mass?

• Litres

• Millilitres

• Grams

• Newtons

Answer explanation

The SI unit of mass is measured in grams, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What is the ability of a liquid or gas to reduce in volume when under pressure called?

• Density

• Compressibility

• Volume

• Mass

Answer explanation

The ability of a liquid or gas to reduce in volume when under pressure is called compressibility, making it the correct choice.

What is the comparison of the mass of a solid, liquid, or gas to its volume called?

• Mass

• Volume

• Density

• Compressibility

Answer explanation

The comparison of the mass of a solid, liquid, or gas to its volume is called density, making it the correct choice.

Which of the following is NOT an SI unit of volume?

• Millilitres

• Litres

• Grams

• Kilograms

Answer explanation

Grams is a unit of mass, not volume. Millilitres, litres, and kilograms are all SI units of volume.

What process do students apply when creating artifacts that can be used by a human or machine to address a need?

• Scientific method

• Design process

• Mathematical modeling

• Hypothesis testing

Answer explanation

Students apply the design process when creating artifacts that can be used by a human or machine to address a need.

What is matter?

• Something that has mass and occupies volume

• Something that has no mass and occupies no space

• Something that is only found in solid form

• Something that is only found in liquid form

Answer explanation

Something that has mass and occupies volume

What are the three phases of matter?

• Solid, liquid, and gas

• Solid, liquid, and plasma

• Liquid, gas, and plasma

• Solid, gas, and plasma

Answer explanation

The three phases of matter are solid, liquid, and gas, making the correct answer choice Solid, liquid, and gas.