States of Matter

How many states CAN matter exist in?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which state of matter is most common in the universe?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

What are the two main factors that affect the state in which matter exists?

• The color of its particles and the strength of the attractive forces between those particles

• The movement of its particles and the strength of the attractive forces between those particles

• The size of its particles and the distance between those particles

• The weight of its particles and the temperature of the environment

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which of the following is an example of human-made plasma?

• Water in a dam

• Plasma TV screens

• Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

• Salt in the ocean

Which of the following is an example of a solid?

• Milk

• Water

• Gold

• Oxygen

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

What state of matter is represented by a cloud or steam?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Which state of matter is characterized by having a definite volume but no definite shape?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

What state of matter is illustrated by lightning or the sun?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

Which term refers to the resistance of a fluid to flow?

• Solid

• Surface tension

• Viscosity

• Vapor

What is the term for the elastic-like force existing at the surface of a liquid that causes it to acquire the least surface area possible?

• Gas

• Vapor

• Solid

• Surface tension