CAST 5 Review: Matter basics

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a mixture where one or more substances are dissolved in another substance.

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What is an example of heat transfer through radiation?

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Roasting a marshmallow over a campfire.

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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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How can you separate nails from other objects in a drawer?

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You can use a magnet to separate nails that are mixed with other objects.

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space that matter takes up.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, usually measured in grams or kilograms.

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What is the difference between a solution and a mixture?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where substances are completely dissolved, while a mixture can be heterogeneous.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is ice.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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An example of a liquid is water.