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topic 1 lesson 1
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1. The tools below are used to measure properties of matter. What unit of measure is used with each tool? | centimeters grams milliliters |
a. Define observe: | Use your senses to gather information. |
b. List the five senses: | Taste, Touch, Smell, Sight, Hearing |
c. Which sense is used to identify the texture of an object? | Touch |
d. Which sense is used to identify the color of an object? | Sight |
Define measure: | To compare something to a standard unit. |
List three examples of tools used to measure properties of matter: | meter stick, balance/scale, measuring cup |
When using a tool to measure properties of matter, you are only using your senses. The statement above is false. Rewrite the statement so it is true. | When using a tool to measure properties of matter, you are comparing something to a standard unit. Senses observe size, color, texture, but they don’t require a tool to measure. |
What do you call the item on Pan A? | A balance is used to measure the mass of an object. |
a. What tool is used to test whether or not an object is magnetic? | magnet |
b. If an object is magnetic, how will that object act around a magnet? | The object will be attracted to the manget and stick to it. |
All substances dissolve faster in warmer water. The statement above is false. Rewrite the statement so it is true. | Most substances will dissolve faster in warm water, but not all substances will. |
How was the hardness of the wood block and steel block tested on page 11 in your book? | The hardness of the wood block and steel block were tested by using a hammer and nail. The soft object will allow the nail to go into it, while the hard object will bend the nail. |