Exploring Properties of Matter

Front

A block of wood is floating in water. If the block is cut into two equal pieces, what will happen to the water level in the container?

Back

The water level will remain the same.

Front

A metal rod is heated at one end. Describe the process by which heat travels to the other end of the rod.

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the best method to separate salt from sand in a mixture?

Back

Dissolve in water and filter

Front

If you have a sealed container with a gas inside and you increase the temperature, what will happen to the pressure of the gas?

Back

The pressure will increase.

Front

Why does ice float on water?

Back

Ice is less dense than water.

Front

A student observes that a balloon filled with air shrinks when placed in a freezer. What is the most likely explanation for this observation?

Back

The air molecules move slower and closer together.

Front

Which of the following processes involves a chemical change? Melting of ice, Dissolving sugar in water, Rusting of iron, Boiling of water

Back

Rusting of iron

Front

A student wants to determine the density of an irregularly shaped object. Which of the following methods should they use?

Back

Measure the object's mass and calculate its volume using water displacement.