5.6A-Properties of Matter

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a definite shape and volume. The particles in a solid are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What is mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object.

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What does it mean to float?

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To float means to be less dense than the liquid it is in, allowing it to stay on the surface.

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What does it mean to sink?

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To sink means to be more dense than the liquid it is in, causing it to go to the bottom.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container. The particles in a liquid are close together but can move past each other.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that has no definite shape or volume. The particles in a gas are far apart and move freely.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume. It determines whether an object will float or sink in a fluid.

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What is the relationship between density and floating?

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An object will float if it is less dense than the fluid it is in.

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What is the relationship between density and sinking?

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An object will sink if it is more dense than the fluid it is in.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is ice.