11 Questions
In which state of matter do particles have the least cohesive and dense properties?
Gas
Which state of matter has molecules that move more freely than in solid materials, but less freely than in gases?
Liquid
What is the most distinguishing characteristic of a solid state of matter?
Limited movement of particles
How is the volume of an irregular object measured?
By calculating the displacement of water in a graduated cylinder
What change occurs when a liquid turns into a solid state?
It becomes more cohesive
What is the distinctive characteristic of liquids regarding their shape?
Take the shape of their container
What is the primary property that defines matter according to the passage?
Mass
How is the mass of an object typically measured according to the passage?
Comparing it to a standard mass with a balance
What is the relationship between an object's mass and weight as described in the passage?
Mass is a measure of the amount of matter, while weight is a measure of the Earth's gravitational force on the object
According to the passage, how is the volume of a liquid typically measured?
By pouring the liquid into a graduated container and reading the measurement
What is the relationship between the volume of a cubic centimeter (cm^3) and a milliliter (ml) as described in the passage?
1 cm^3 is equal to 1 ml
Test your knowledge on measuring mass and weight of different substances like diamonds, water, and air. Understand the difference between mass and weight, and how they are measured using a balance and by Earth's gravitational attraction.
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