Physical Science Matter

What characteristic of aluminum allows it to be made into aluminum foil?

• It is dense.

• It is soluble.

• It is magnetic.

• It is malleable.

Which substance is composed of more than one element?

• water

• carbon

• gold

• sodium

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Which branch of science is the study of matter and energy?

• Earth Science

• Physical Science

• Life Science

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Which branch of science is a Chemist categorized under?

• Earth Science

• Life Science

• Physical Science

Sugar molecules and water molecules are represented by circles of different patterns, as shown here. Which best represents sugar dissolved in water?

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The table shows the chemical formulas for several common substances. Which compound contains the most atoms?

• ammonia

• baking soda

• sugar

• water

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When elements chemically combine, which best describes the resulting compound?

• It has different ratios of atoms.

• It has different types of matter.

• It has the same properties as the uncombined elements.

• It has different properties from the uncombined elements.

How are elements similar to those in the same group on the periodic table?

• They have the same number of valence electrons.

• They have the same number of electrons.

• They have the same number of protons.

• They have the same atomic mass.

Sodium (Na), lithium (Li), and potassium (K) are grouped together in one column on the periodic table. Which property do they share?

(you may want to use a periodic table to answer this question)

• soft texture

• high reactivity

• semiconductivity

• gas at room temperature

Which best explains why the alkali metals are the most reactive group in the periodic table?

• They are radioactive.

• They have complete outer energy levels.

• They have the highest atomic masses of any elements.

• They have only one electron in their outer energy level.