Does It Matter?
is MUSIC matter?
No, MUSIC does not have mass or take up space.
This state of matter has a definite shape and a definite volume.
A solid
The measure of how much space an object takes up
Volume
Volume = Length x Width x Height
A scientific investigation begins when scientist do what 2 things?
make observations and ask questions
Scientists make observations about this subject area to begin asking questions.
The Natural World
is ELECTRICTY matter?
No, ELECTRICTY does not have mass or take up space.
When heat energy is added to a solid, its molecules start moving faster and slide past each other, causing it to change into this state of matter.
Liquid
What senses are used to determine if something is matter?
Touch, See, Feel
We make observations using what?
5 senses: touch, taste, feel, hear, see.
If you think vanilla is the best ice cream flavor, that's a _________ and scientists can't use them to prove an experiment!
Opinion
TRUE or FALSE and EXPLAIN: Mass and Matter are the same thing.
False, mass is the (measurable) amount of matter inside an object.
You can tell one state of matter from another by examining the ______ and ________.
Shape and volume.
The physical property that describes how the surface of an object feels, such as rough, smooth, or bumpy.
A testable question must always include what you are testing and how you are ___________ the results.
Measuring
What is the scientific tool used to measure temperature?
Thermometer
TRUE or FALSE: The amount of matter (or mass) inside my body would change if I went to the moon.
False: Your mass wouldn't change on the Moon because mass is simply a measure of the total amount of matter (or "stuff") that makes up your body.
Weight, on the other hand, is a measure of the gravitational force pulling down on that mass.
In this state of matter, molecules are spread far apart and move rapidly in all directions.
Gas
Name the term that determines whether an object will sink or float in water.
Density
Explain what evidence is
evidence is facts that help prove something to be true
Adding heat energy causes molecules in a substance to move faster or slower?
Faster