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Building {Blocks of} Matter

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When 2 Hydrogen atoms and 1 Oxygen atom combines into one compound, it is now H2O. This is a single ________ of water

a)

atom

b)

element

c)

drop

d)

molecule

2.

Everything tangible (things that can be observed by our five senses) are made up of Matter. There are two types of Matter, they are:

a)

Metal and Non-metal

b)

Pure Substances and Mixtures

c)

Homogenous and Heterogenous

d)

Atoms and Molecules

3.

What is the most likely reason that leaves can fall slowly down to the ground in Autumn, as opposed to falling straight right down.

a)

Falling leaves is a slow chemical change

b)

Leaves are not Matter

c)

Gravity does not apply to all matter in the same way

d)

There are molecules of gas in the air under the leaves

4.

Which of the following is a physical property of Matter?

a)

Lustre

b)

pH

c)

Acidity

d)

Toxicity

5.

Select all of the following that are Physical Properties of Matter

a)

Lustre

b)

pH

c)

Texture

d)

Mass (Weight)

e)

Size

6.

What could be the reason why we have to separate recycling items based on Science?

a)

All Mixtures are not recyclable

b)

Mixtures need to be turned into Pure Substances (Compounds)

c)

Heterogenous Mixtures need to be turned into Homogenous Mixtures

d)

Homogenous Mixtures need to be turned into Heterogenous Mixtures

7.

When water is mixed with bleach, the result is a

a)

Chemical reaction

b)

Solution

c)

Suspension

d)

Bleach doesn't mix or dissolve in water

8.

Fog scatters light and hinders visibility, eventually it lifts. In relation to its classification as matter, fog is a(n):

a)

Suspension

b)

Colloid

c)

Element

d)

Natural phenomenon

9.

Solids that are found in muddy lake water eventually settle to the bottom. Muddy waters are examples of:

a)

Homogenous Mixtures

b)

Colloids

c)

Suspensions

d)

Toxic Chemicals

10.

Sugar is an example of a(n):

a)

Heterogenous Mixture

b)

Pure Substance

c)

Element

d)

Solution

11.

pH measures what?

a)

Whether something is acidic, neutral, or basic

b)

How toxic a substance is

c)

The time it should take before something is expected to rust away

d)

How much energy will be released if a substance is burnt

12.

When a chemical change occurs, which of the following is true?

a)

Changes in chemical properties occur

b)

One should notice sparks, flames, or explosions

c)

It cannot be simply undone

13.

When working in a laboratory, which of the following should you do? Select all that applies.

a)

Be sure to finish first

b)

Think about safety at all times

c)

Dress properly for the task

d)

Strictly follow all instructions

e)

Be very careful

14.

Why is it a good idea to read or hear all the instructions before you perform laboratory work?

a)

Laboratory activities are so much fun. Humans tend to be careless when they are happy or having fun.

b)

Laboratory activities can be very dangerous. Always know the emergency equipment around the lab.

c)

Laboratory activities are very specific. Never assume you already know what to do.

15.

Which of the following count as chemical changes? Select all that apply.

a)

Cooking food

b)

Pouring water over oil

c)

Mixing baking soda and vinegar

d)

Burning gasoline in a car's engine

e)

Photosynthesis (plants making its own food)