Understanding Matter and Elements

The video tutorial explains that matter is anything with mass that occupies space, providing examples like stars, planets, and everyday objects. It further delves into the composition of matter, highlighting that most matter consists of atoms. The tutorial introduces elements as substances made of a single type of atom and mentions the periodic table as a comprehensive list of all elements.

What is an example of matter?

• A thought

• A sound

• A shadow

• A rubber ducky

Which of the following is NOT an example of matter?

• A dog

• A thought

• A planet

• A star

What primarily makes up most of the matter in the universe?

• Molecules

• Atoms

• Cells

• Compounds

What is a substance called that consists of only one type of atom?

• A compound

• A mixture

• A molecule

• An element

Where can you find all the elements listed?

• In the periodic table

• In a chemistry book

• In a biology textbook

• In a science journal