5.5A Properties of Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What happens to the shape of a solid when it is placed in a container?

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A solid retains its shape and does not change when placed in a container.

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What happens to the shape of a liquid when it is poured into a different container?

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A liquid takes the shape of the container it is poured into.

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What is the definition of density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume.

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How can you measure the volume of a liquid?

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You can measure the volume of a liquid using a graduated cylinder or measuring cup.

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that affects one or more physical properties of a substance without changing its chemical composition.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change occurs when a substance transforms into a different substance with different properties.

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What is the best way to ensure the validity of an experiment's results?

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The best way to ensure validity is to repeat the experiment.

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How should you dispose of leftover chemicals after a lab experiment?

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You should dispose of leftover chemicals as instructed by the teacher.