WorksheetsMatter - Types & Properties
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 1hrs 18mins
Classify each of the materials below as a pure substance or a mixture.
aluminum foil
water (H2O)
baking soda (NaHCO3)
chromium (Cr)
limestone (CaCO3)
laundry detergent
soil
brass (Cu + Zn)
pizza
aqueous hydrochloric acid
sugar water
orange juice
stainless steel
sterling silver
air
This particle diagram represents a
pure substance (element)
pure substance (compound)
mixture of elements
mixture of compounds
mixture of an element & compound
This particle diagram represents a
pure substane (element)
pure substance (compound)
mixture of elements
mixture of compounds
mixture of an element & compound
This particle diagram represents a
pure substance (element)
pure substance (compound)
mixture of elements
mixture of compounds
mixture of an element & compound
This particle diagram represents a
pure substance (element)
pure substance (compound)
mixture of elements
mixture of compounds
mixture of an element & compound
A substance that cannot be separated into simpler substances by physical or chemical means is a(n)
compound
element
mixture
period
A chemical combination of two or more elements
solution
mixture
compound
element
Which of these is an example of an element?
oxygen
air
water
sugar
Which of these is an example of a compound?
aspirin
silver
gold
copper
Which of these is a good example of a homogeneous mixture?
a bag of skittles
gravel
aqueous sodium hydroxide
magnesium sulfate (MgSO4)
Students conduct an experiment with four different liquids. They each take a cup of a different liquid and time how long it takes to pour the liquid out of the container. Which of the following properties are the students testing with the liquid?
buoyancy
viscosity
conductivity
reactivity
The two types of matter are (select all that apply)
pure substances
mixtures
phase changes
chemicals
Select the correct category for each of these
heterogeneous
homogeneous
elements
compounds
K2SO4
sodium chloride dissolved in water is an example of a solution. This is also known as a...
pure substance
homogeneous mixture
heterogeneous mixture
element
Select the correct category for each of these
silver (Ag)
carbon dioxide (CO2)
helium (He)
copper sulfate (CuSO4)
sodium chloride (NaCl)
stainless steel
concrete
sea water
lead (Pb)
water with ice
bleach
air
WHICH ONE IS A MIXTURE?
BLOOD
CARBON DIOXIDE
SILICON
SODIUM
A sample contains two substances and has uniform properties. The sample is:
A compound
A heterogeneous mixture
An element
A homogeneous mixture
Ms. Toothaker needs to make a solution of diluted hydrochloric acid (HCl) for a lab. She poured concentrated HCl into water and stirred well. The resulting material is a good example of a...
homogeneous mixture
heterogeneous mixture
compound
element
physical or chemical characteristics of matter used to describe or identify a substance
Colloid
Solute
Properties
Dissolve
Mass measures the amount of _________ in a substance or object
matter
vapour
space
gravity
a combination of substances that can be separated by physical means
pure substance
mixture
a mixture that does not have a uniform composition
homogeneous
heterogeneous
a substance that consists of just one type of atom
element
a small particle that is a building block of matter
atom
a combination of two or more substances physically blended together
mixture
anything that has mass and takes up space
matter
Identify the following as being a physical change or a chemical change.
NaCl dissolves in water
silver (Ag) tarnishes
an apple is cut in half
heat changes water to steam
baking soda reacts with vinegar
iron rusts
plastic melts
milk sours
sugar dissolves in water
ethanol evaporates
wood rots
butter melts
grass grows
a tire is inflated
fireworks boom
Physical properties
a combination of two or more substances
properties that include all of the possible chemical changes that a sample of matter can go through
a single substance, either an element or a compound, with definite composition and properties
properties that describe matter, including color, feel, smell, boiling point, melting point, and density
Chemical properties
A combination of two or more pure substances
Properties that include all of the possible chemical changes that a sample of matter can go through
A single substance, either an element or a compound, with definite composition and properties
Properties that describe matter, including color, feel, smell, boiling point, melting point, and density
The table here displays the physical properties of some common elements. A sample of chlorine and a sample of sodium were placed in a test tube and heated over a flame. The properties of the product are
Density 2.17 g/cm3
white crystalline solid
poor conductor of electricity in solid form
dissolves in water
non-toxic
According to the information here & table below, the white substance would be classified as a(n) -
homogeneous mixture
heterogeneous mixture
compound
element
What is a compound?
A combination of two or more elements physically combined
A combination of two or more elements chemically combined
Properties that include all of the possible chemical changes that a sample of matter can go through
A single substance, either an element or a compound, with definite composition and properties
What is a pure substance?
A combination of two or more pure substances
Properties that include all of the possible chemical changes that a sample of matter can go through
A single substance, either an element or a compound, with definite composition and properties
Properties that describe matter, including color, feel, smell, boiling point, melting point, and density
A section of health hazard data from a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) of display fireworks is provided. Which piece of information given in the label can be used to infer that a chemical change takes place when fireworks are used?
The fireworks contain a solid mixture that includes fuel.
There is no risk of exposure during normal handling.
Smoke, nitrogen oxides and other gases are released.
The fireworks are slightly soluble in water.
Which of these are indicators that a chemical change has occurred? Select all that apply.
bubbles appear
formation of a precipitate
smaller pieces
constant pressure
change in temperature
Which of these phases of matter is the most compressible?
solid
liquid
gas
Which of these phases of matter has the least energy?
solid
liquid
gas
Which of these phases of matter has a indefinite shape? Check all that apply.
solid
liquid
gas
Which of these phases of matter has a definite volume? Check all that apply.
solid
liquid
gas
Which of the following statements is true regarding the particle structure of liquids? Particles of a liquid are
very close together, so the liquid cannot easily change its shape.
relatively close together, so they cannot be easily compressed.
fast-moving, so they fill the volume of their container.
very far apart, so they have plenty of room to move around.
Which of the following properties of sodium metal is a chemical property?
Has a melting point of 98°C.
Solid at room temperature.
Readily reacts with oxygen.
Is more dense than water.
Which of the following is a chemical change?
Allowing ice cream to melt on the counter.
Boiling water to cook pasta.
Cooking meat on the stove.
Dissolving sugar in tea.
Which of the following properties of an unknown substance would allow it to be classified as a mixture? The unknown substance
has an overall density greater than that of water.
has different properties when sampled in different areas.
is able to easily conduct an electric current.
is composed throughout of the same two elements.
Which of the following is an example of an extensive property?
density
mass
boiling point
magnetism
Which of the following statements best describe gases?
cannot easily change their volume by compression.
maintain a constant shape, regardless of the container.
can change shape and volume depending on the container.
have a fixed size and shape, regardless of the container.
During an investigation, a student combined two substances. The student observed a decrease in temperature when the substances were combined. A milky substance was produced and fell to the bottom of the flask. What is the most likely reason for these results?
A portion of the substances crystallized
a solid appeared after the liquid evaporated
the combined substances chemically reacted
a portion of the substances dissolved
Which of the following properties of an unknown substance would allow it to be classified as a pure substance?
is not able to conduct any electric current.
has an overall density greater than that of water.
consists of a solid dissolved in distilled water.
is composed throughout of one and only one element.
Information from a Safety Data Sheet for hydrochloric acid (HCl) is provided. Which section shown on the SDS lists a physical property of hydrochloric acid?
Description
Hazards
Reactivity
Flammability
Carbon is considered an element, while carbon dioxide is considered a compound. This is because carbon dioxide is
made of two different elements.
a gas at room temperature.
given off by green plants.
useful to human beings.
Compounds are different than elements because compounds are
combinations of two or more elements
not able to be broken down into parts
made from the same type of atoms
a pure substance; elements are not
The smallest particle of any particular type of matter is known by which of the following terms?
element
compound
atom
pure substance
A list of the materials for a chemistry lab are pictured here. Which materials are listed with intensive properties?
1 & 2
2 & 4
3 & 4
1 & 3
A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances.
compound
element
silicon
mixture
A(n)________ is a substance in which all the atoms in it are alike.
compound
mixture
element
solution
Which of the following is a pure substance?
milk
water
vinegar
cheese
A(n) ______ is a transition from one state of matter to another.
chemical change
phase change
extensive property
intensive property
A characteristic that can be observed or measured without changing the sample's composition is ________________.
a chemical property
a physical property
a gaseous property
a crystalline property
When one substance changes identity, it exhibits a(n) __________.
a chemical property
a physical property
a gaseous property
a crystalline property
Which of the following is a pure substance?
soda
gun powder
sugar water
steam
An increase in pressure increases the boiling point of a liquid. This is an example of a...
physical change
chemical change
a gaseous property
a crystalline property
The (a) of an object is its mass divided by its volume. Its units indicate that, with units like g/mL or g/cm³.
It has been raining for several days. Overnight, the temperature dropped below the freezing point. Travel is now hazardous due to ice forming on the roadways. This is an example of a...
physical property
chemical property
physical change
chemical change
Identify each of these properties as extensive or intensive.
density
mass
volume
weight
conductivity
boiling point
toxicity
height
Select the change in matter that does not belong.
burning wood
dissolving sugar
melting wax
breaking a bottle
The regions of the graph where the slope is zero (0) indicates what taking place?
chemical change
phase change
chemical property
physical property
Which of the states of matter is described by its particles being very weakly attracted to each other and far apart?
solid
liquid
gas
Which of the states of matter is described by its particles vibrating in place and a defined (or definite) shape?
solid
liquid
gas
Which of the states of matter is described by its particles volume being defined (or definite) and the shape being undefined (or indefinite)?
solid
liquid
gas
When combining two clear liquids in a test tube during an experiment, students record results and find evidence of a chemical change. What might they have observed?
The volume of the solution increased in the test tube
The liquids mix for a moment then appear to separate as though they have different densities
The solution turns yellow and a noticeable precipitate is in the bottom of the test tube
One of the liquids solidifies in the other and floats atop the other liquid
An unknown solid is dropped in a test tube containing 5 mL of water. The solid appears to dissolve in the water and the test tube feels colder. Which of the following BEST describes what has taken place?
A chemical reaction has taken place, dissolving and temperature change are evidence of a chemical change.
A chemical change has taken place. A gas is forming from the solid dissolving in the water.
A physical change has taken place, dissolving is evidence of a physical change and is an endothermic process
A physical change has taken place. The solid is reacting with the water to dissolve.
a substance that consists of just one type of atom
element
a small particle that is a building block of matter
atom
a combination of two or more substances physically blended together
mixture
anything that has mass and takes up space
matter
One particle of table salt (NaCl) is best described as a (a) .
Everything we touch is made of ...
(a)
Density: Extensive or Intensive Property
Extensive Property
Intensive Property
A characteristic that can only be observed or measured by changing the sample's composition is _____.
a chemical property
a physical property
a gaseous property
a crystalline property
the state of being thick, sticky, and semifluid in consistency, due to internal friction.
buoyancy
viscosity
conductivity
reactivity
a physical property meaning the substane can be shaped into sheets
ductility
malleability
conductivity
density
a physical property meaning the substance can be drawn into wires
ductility
malleability
conductivity
density
a physical property meaning the substance can conduct electricity
ductility
malleability
conductivity
density
A(n) (a) is a property that changes with the amount of substance present
A(n) (a) is a property that does not change with the amount of substance present
All chemical properties are
intensive
extensive
Which of these is an example of a chemical property?
copper conducting electricity
burned charcoal ash is gray
the boiling point of water is 100*C
xenon is not very reactive
If I drink half of my water, the (a) will decrease, but the (b) will remain the same.
Which set of properties, intensive or extensive, are based on the size of a sample?
intensive
extensive
What kind of physical property is color?
intensive
extensive
What kind of physical property is temperature?
intensive
extensive
The number of atoms in a sample of a substance is an ___ property.
intensive
extensive
Odor is an example of an ___ property.
intensive
extensive
Boiling point is an example of an ___ property.
intensive
extensive
Volume is an ___ property.
intensive
extensive
The state of matter (solid, liquid, or gas) is an ___ property.
intensive
extensive
Which of these are an intensive property of matter? Select all that apply.
mass
density
size
volume
boiling point
Which of these are extensive properties of matter? Select all that apply.
Mass
Density
Size
Volume
Freezing Point
Luster is an example of an (a) physical property.
Which of these would be used to measure an intensive property?
