Properties of Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a property of certain materials that allows them to attract or repel other materials.

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How does solubility relate to matter?

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Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, which is a property of matter.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.

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What is an example of a property of matter that can be observed?

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Color, texture, and density are examples of observable properties of matter.

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What is the significance of air being considered matter?

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Air is considered matter because it has mass and occupies space, despite being invisible.

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How does adding iron powder to slime change its properties?

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Adding iron powder gives the slime magnetic properties, allowing it to be attracted to magnets.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume, indicating how much matter is packed into a given space.

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What is the principle of conservation of mass?

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The principle of conservation of mass states that mass cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction.