Properties of matter

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What is mass?

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Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object, typically measured in grams.

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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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How is volume measured?

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Volume is measured using tools like a graduated cylinder.

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How is mass measured?

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Mass is measured using a balance.

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What unit is temperature measured in?

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Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius.

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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 of gravity acting on that mass.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume, often expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).

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What is the state of matter?

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The state of matter refers to the distinct forms that different phases of matter take on, such as solid, liquid, gas, and plasma.

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What is a graduated cylinder used for?

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A graduated cylinder is used to measure the volume of liquids accurately.

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What is the relationship between mass and volume?

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The relationship between mass and volume is described by density; as mass increases, volume may also increase depending on the material.