Properties of Objects

Esther is studying the physical and chemical properties of a solid object. She subjects the object to a number of tests and observations. Which of these statements describes a chemical property of the object?

• The object is white in color.

• The object has a powdery texture.

• The object's density is 2.11 g cm3.

• The object reacts with acid to form water.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-5

All matter has physical and chemical properties. These properties can be used to identify the type of matter. Which of these choices describes a chemical property?

• flexibility

• boiling point

• reactivity with water

• electrical conductivity

Sal is given a sample of an unknown liquid to test in the laboratory. Sal thinks the liquid might be water. Which of these physical properties would be most helpful for Sal to determine the identity of the liquid?

• volume

• mass

• density

• boiling point

Which of the following is a physical property of an object?

• Color

• Reactivity with acid

• Flammability

• Ability to rust

A scientist measures the mass and volume of an object to calculate its density. What type of property is density?

• Chemical property

• Physical property

• Biological property

• Thermal property

Which of the following experiments would help determine a chemical property of a substance?

• Measuring the melting point

• Observing the color

• Testing reactivity with vinegar

• Weighing the object

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What is the term for the ability of a substance to be hammered or rolled into sheets?

• Brittleness

• Malleability

• Ductility

• Elasticity

Which property of an object is most likely to change when it is heated?

• Color

• Mass

• Volume

• Density

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

A student observes that a metal object is shiny and conducts electricity. What type of properties are these?

• Chemical properties

• Physical properties

• Magnetic properties

• Thermal properties

Which of the following describes a chemical change?

• Ice melting into water

• Iron rusting

• Water boiling

• Salt dissolving in water

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-5