Matter in Our Surroundings Quiz
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What is everything in this universe made up of?

  • Basic elements - air, earth, fire, sky, and water
  • Particles of sand and water
  • Atoms and molecules (correct)
  • Elements and compounds
  • What are the two types of classification of matter mentioned in the text?

  • Based on origin and composition
  • Based on physical properties and chemical nature (correct)
  • Based on shape and size
  • Based on color and texture
  • What did early Indian philosophers classify matter as?

  • Five basic elements - air, earth, fire, sky, and water (correct)
  • Atoms and molecules
  • Elements and compounds
  • Particles of sand and water
  • What do all things mentioned in the text have?

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    What did ancient Greek philosophers arrive at in terms of the classification of matter?

    <p>A similar classification of matter as the early Indian philosophers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Composition of the Universe

    • Everything in the universe is made up of matter and energy.

    Classification of Matter

    • Matter can be classified into two main categories: pure substances and mixtures.

    Early Indian Philosophers

    • Early Indian philosophers classified matter as composed of the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and space (or ether).

    Common Attribute of All Matter

    • All things mentioned share the characteristic of being composed of atoms.

    Ancient Greek Philosophers' Contributions

    • Ancient Greek philosophers proposed that matter could be divided into four fundamental elements: earth, water, air, and fire.

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    Test your knowledge of the properties and characteristics of matter in the quiz "Chapter 1 Matter in Our Surroundings." Explore the fundamental concepts of matter, its states, and its presence in the universe.

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