Properties of Matter (4th grade)

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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 solids, liquids, and gases.

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What is a solid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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What is a gas?

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A gas has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies.

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What is mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object.

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What tool do you use to measure volume?

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A graduated cylinder is used to measure volume.

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What tool do you use to measure mass?

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A triple beam balance is used to measure mass.

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What are physical properties of matter?

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Physical properties can be measured and observed, such as color, shape, and size.