Characteristics of Liquids

What happens to a liquid when it is poured into a container?

• It solidifies.

• It evaporates immediately.

• It takes the shape of the container.

• It retains its original shape.

Which tool is commonly used to measure the volume of a liquid?

• Scale

• Graduated cylinder

• Thermometer

• Ruler

What is the boiling point of a liquid?

• The temperature at which it changes to a gas.

• The temperature at which it turns into a solid.

• The temperature at which it becomes denser.

• The temperature at which it changes color.

Why does oil float on water?

• Oil is denser than water.

• Oil is less dense than water.

• Oil is more viscous than water.

• Oil is colder than water.

How does viscosity affect the flow of a liquid?

• Viscosity only affects the color of the liquid.

• Viscosity has no effect on flow.

• Higher viscosity means the liquid flows slower.

• Higher viscosity means the liquid flows faster.