Exploring the States of Matter

The video explains that most of Earth's surface is water, but only 1% is drinkable. It introduces the concept of states of matter: solid, liquid, and gas. Matter is anything that takes up space and has weight. Solids have a fixed shape, liquids take the shape of their container, and gases fill their container. The video uses examples like basketballs, water, and maple syrup to illustrate these states. Water is unique as it can exist in all three states. The video concludes by summarizing the properties of each state of matter.

What percentage of Earth's water is drinkable?

• 25%

• 1%

• 50%

• 10%

Which of the following is NOT an example of matter?

• A rock

• A song

• A dog

• A house

What characteristic is true for all solids?

• They take the shape of their container

• They have a definite shape

• They are always hard

• They are invisible

Which of the following liquids is mentioned in the video?

• Water

• Orange juice

• Oil

• Vinegar

What happens to a liquid when placed in a container?

• It evaporates

• It changes color

• It takes the shape of the container

• It becomes solid

Which of the following is a property of gases?

• They feel wet

• They are always visible

• They fill the container they are in

• They have a definite shape

What state of matter is steam?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Plasma

• Solid