Properties of Matter Quiz

Bob and Tammy are measuring different properties of matter. Which property of matter are they measuring with this tool?

• hardness

• temperature

• density

• mass

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

How do Linda and Tori measure the temperature at the beach?

• By looking at the color of the sand.

• By using a thermometer.

• By feeling the air with their hands.

• By checking the time of day.

What is the best method for Traci to measure the volume of a small rock with jagged edges?

• Measure the length, width, and height.

• Place it on a digital scale.

• Place it in a beaker of water, and then measure the difference in water levels.

• Place it in a beaker of water to see whether it will sink or float.

Fill in the blanks using the available answer choices. The _______ of the liquid is _______ 400 milliliters.

• volume, close to

• weight, exactly

• density, over

• temperature, under

Which properties would best help the students identify a tennis ball? Select three answer choices.

• color

• texture

• shape

• size

• state of matter

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NGSS.2-PS1-1

Ariel is setting up a fish tank with her sister. They want to include decorative items, such as a toy castle and a small ball. Which property allows these objects to stay at the bottom of the tank?

• hardness

• volume

• mass

• sink or float

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Lacey and Peggy are making a poster about solids, liquids, and gases. Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

• liquid

• gas

• solid

• plasma

Which state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?

• liquid

• gas

• solid

• plasma

Which state of matter has no definite volume and no definite shape?

• liquid

• gas

• solid

• plasma

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Elise puts ice cubes into a glass of lemonade. How could drops of liquid water form outside the glass?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Freezing

• Melting

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5