Understanding Matter

What is the scientific definition of matter?

• Anything that can be seen

• Anything that takes up space and can be weighed

• Anything that is visible to the naked eye

• Anything that is solid

Which of the following is an example of matter?

• A thought

• A sound

• A shadow

• A tree

What happens to a balloon when you blow air into it?

• It stretches and gets bigger

• It changes color

• It becomes heavier

• It shrinks

Which of the following is NOT a state of matter?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Light

What state of matter is lightning an example of?

• Gas

• Plasma

• Solid

• Liquid

Which of the following is NOT made of matter?

• Air

• Light

• Water

• Milk

Can light be weighed on a scale?

• Only in a dark room

• No, it cannot be weighed

• Yes, it can be weighed

• Only if it's very bright

What tool is used to measure the weight of something?

• Ruler

• Scale

• Thermometer

• Compass

What is the term for when a solid changes into a liquid?

• Freezing

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Melting

Which of the following is a liquid?

• Ice

• Juice

• Steam

• Rock