Mass and Volume

What must be true about Block A and Block B?

• They are made of the same matter.

• They have the same volume but not the same mass.

• They have the same mass but not the same volume.

• They have the same volume and the same mass.

Look at the four objects labeled a, b, c, and d. Which object has the greatest mass?

• a

• b

• c

• d

Look at the four objects labeled a, b, c, and d. Which objects have the same volume? Select all that apply.

• a

• b

• c

• d

Determine the volumes shown in the graduated cylinders, then answer: Which object had the greatest volume?

• Marble

• Button

• Battery

• Gold

Analyze the mass and volume of the objects in the graduated cylinders. If an object has more mass, does that mean it has a greater volume?

• Yes, greater mass always means greater volume.

• No, mass and volume are different; an object can have more mass but a smaller volume.

• Only if the object is made of metal, greater mass means greater volume.

• It depends on the color of the object.

What is the smallest form of matter?

• Atom

• Molecule

• Cell

• Grain of sand

Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in a substance or an object. If mass is the amount of matter, what does that mean?

• How much stuff something has

• How hot or cold something is

• How fast something moves

• How bright something looks

Explain what matter is and how you can determine if something is made of matter.

Compare the following objects and determine which would have more mass. Which object contains more mass in kg?

• Watermelon

• Soccer ball

Compare the following objects and determine which would have more mass. Which object contains more mass in grams?

• Cupcake

• Cake