Read About the Properties of Matter

What is matter?

• Anything that has weight and takes up space

• Only things that are solid

• Only things that are liquid

• Only things that are gas

Which of the following is NOT a form of matter?

• Solids

• Liquids

• Gases

• Light

What is a property of gases?

• They have a fixed shape

• They take up all the space available

• They are always visible

• They are always heavy

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Which form of matter is used in birthday balloons?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

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What do scientists mean by 'matter'?

• Only things that are visible

• Solids, liquids, and gases

• Only things that are invisible

• Only things that are heavy

Which of the following is a property of matter?

• Density

• Color

• Taste

• Sound

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What is the definition of matter?

• Anything that is invisible

• Anything that has weight and takes up space

• Anything that is colorful

• Anything that is loud

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What is magnetism?

• The ability of a material to be attracted by a magnet

• The ability of a material to dissolve in water

• The ability of a material to float in air

• The ability of a material to conduct electricity

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Which materials are attracted to magnets?

• Iron, nickel, and cobalt

• Gold, silver, and copper

• Plastic, wood, and glass

• Water, oil, and vinegar

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What happens to objects with high density?

• They have particles that are more tightly packed

• They dissolve easily in water

• They are attracted to magnets

• They float in air