Physical Properties of Matter

What is matter?

• Anything that has mass and takes up space

• Only objects that are visible

• Only living things

• Only non-living things

Which of the following is a physical property of matter?

• Color

• Taste

• Smell

• All of the above

How is mass different from weight?

• Mass changes with gravity, weight does not

• Weight changes with gravity, mass does not

• Mass and weight are the same

• Mass is measured in liters, weight in grams

What is solubility?

• The ability of a substance to dissolve in another

• The ability of a substance to conduct electricity

• The ability of a substance to float in water

• The ability of a substance to attract magnets

Which of the following materials is a good conductor of electricity?

• Copper

• Plastic

• Wood

• Cotton