Matter Test Cards 1-20

1.Based on their properties, which of the objects is most likely iron?

• Object 1
• Object 2
• Object 3
• Object 4

2. Which of these tables correctly identifies the solubility of each substance in water?

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3. Which of these properties can be used to classify these six objects into more than one group?

• Magnetism
• Physical state
• Solubility in water
• Relative density to water

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4. Which of the following changes to the ingredients does not occur when heated over a hot pan?

• The temperature of the chocolate bar increases.
• The chocolate bar changes from a solid to a liquid.
• The temperature of the banana increases.
• The banana melts from a liquid to a solid.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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5. 5. Which of the following tables identifies the correct physical properties of the four listed substances?

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6. Based on the data from the table, which cup is the best thermal insulator?

• Cup 4, because the water reached the lowest temperature
• Cup 3, because the temperature of the water had the lowest decrease
• Cup 1, because the water cooled the quickest
• Cup 3, because the most thermal energy was produced by the cup

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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7. 7. Which liquid is most likely vegetable oil?

• Liquid L, because vegetable oil is less dense than water and more dense than a sponge
• Liquid M, because vegetable oil is less dense than water and more dense than a coin
• Liquid M, because vegetable oil is more dense than water and less dense than a coin
• Liquid L, because vegetable oil is more dense than water and less dense than a sponge

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8. Which of the following changes is least likely to take place when blending the ingredients together?

• The pieces of banana become smaller in size.
• The sugar changes from a solid to a liquid.
• The water changes color.
• The water’s taste changes.

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9. Based on their properties, which of the objects is most likely plastic?

• Object 1
• Object 2
• Object 3
• Object 4

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10. Based on the table, which material should be used to insulate electrical wires?

• Copper, because it is a good conductor of electricity
• Copper, because it is flexible and can be bent easily
• Plastic, because it is a solid
• Plastic, because it is a thermal and electrical insulator