Understanding Matter Bell Ringer

Which of the following is NOT a state of matter?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Light

What physical property of matter describes its resistance to flow?

• Density

• Viscosity

• Malleability

• Conductivity

Which of the following is a chemical property of matter?

• Color

• Boiling point

• Reactivity with acid

• Mass

In a solution, the substance that gets dissolved is called the:

• Solvent

• Solute

• Solution

• Precipitate

Which of the following is a characteristic of mixtures?

• They have variable compositions.

• They have a fixed composition.

• They cannot be separated by physical means.

• They always form a homogeneous mixture.

What phase change occurs when a solid turns directly into a gas?

• Melting

• Freezing

• Sublimation

• Condensation

Which of the following is NOT a physical property of matter?

• Boiling point

• Flammability

• Density

• Melting point

What is the process called when a gas changes into a liquid?

• Freezing

• Melting

• Condensation

• Vaporization

Which of the following mixtures is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?

• Saltwater

• Air

• Sand and iron filings

• Vinegar

What is the term used to describe a liquid changing into a gas?

• Freezing

• Sublimation

• Condensation

• Vaporization