Physical Characteristics of Water

What do we call the special liquid that we drink and use every day?

• Juice

• Milk

• Water

• Soda

What happens when you pour water into a different container?

• It stays in the same shape.

• It changes shape to fit the container.

• It disappears.

• It freezes.

What is water’s color?

• Blue

• Green

• Colorless

• Red

What does water smell like?

• It smells like flowers.

• It has no smell.

• It smells like food.

• It smells like soap.

Can you taste water?

• Yes, it tastes sweet.

• Yes, it tastes salty.

• No, water is tasteless.

• Yes, it tastes like fruit.

What can water do?

• Water can fly.

• Water can flow.

• Water can jump.

• Water can change colors.

What is one thing that makes water special?

• It can turn into a solid.

• It takes the shape of whatever container you put it in.

• It can fly.

• It changes colors every day.

When you pour water from a cup into a bowl, what happens to the water?

• It stays in the shape of the cup.

• It changes shape to fit the bowl.

• It disappears.

• It freezes.

What do you notice when you look at water in a clear glass?

• It is colorful.

• It has a strong smell.

• It is clear and has no color.

• It is cloudy.

Why is water important?

• It helps plants grow and keeps us healthy.

• It makes everything sweet.

• It helps people fly.

• It can be used to paint pictures.