The Properties of Matter

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Which of the following is a physical property of matter?

  1. Flammability

  2. Density

  3. Reactivity

  4. Solubility


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Density is a physical property that describes the mass of a substance per unit volume. It is an intensive property, meaning that it does not depend on the amount of matter present.

What is the SI unit of mass?

  1. Gram

  2. Kilogram

  3. Pound

  4. Ounce


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The SI unit of mass is the kilogram (kg).

Which of the following is a chemical property of matter?

  1. Melting point

  2. Boiling point

  3. Flammability

  4. Solubility


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Flammability is a chemical property that describes the ability of a substance to burn. It depends on the chemical composition of the substance.

What is the difference between a physical change and a chemical change?

  1. A physical change is reversible, while a chemical change is irreversible.

  2. A physical change involves the rearrangement of atoms, while a chemical change involves the breaking and forming of chemical bonds.

  3. A physical change does not produce new substances, while a chemical change does.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true. A physical change is a change in the form or appearance of a substance, while a chemical change is a change in the chemical composition of a substance.

Which of the following is an example of a physical change?

  1. Rusting of iron

  2. Melting of ice

  3. Burning of wood

  4. Digestion of food


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Melting of ice is a physical change because it involves the rearrangement of water molecules from a solid to a liquid state. No new substances are produced.

Which of the following is an example of a chemical change?

  1. Dissolving salt in water

  2. Boiling water

  3. Fermentation of grapes

  4. Condensation of water vapor


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fermentation of grapes is a chemical change because it involves the conversion of grape juice into ethanol and carbon dioxide. New substances are produced.

What is the name of the state of matter in which a substance has a definite shape and volume?

  1. Solid

  2. Liquid

  3. Gas

  4. Plasma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A solid is a state of matter in which a substance has a definite shape and volume. The particles in a solid are held together by strong intermolecular forces.

What is the name of the state of matter in which a substance has a definite volume but no definite shape?

  1. Solid

  2. Liquid

  3. Gas

  4. Plasma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A liquid is a state of matter in which a substance has a definite volume but no definite shape. The particles in a liquid are held together by weaker intermolecular forces than in a solid.

What is the name of the state of matter in which a substance has no definite shape or volume?

  1. Solid

  2. Liquid

  3. Gas

  4. Plasma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A gas is a state of matter in which a substance has no definite shape or volume. The particles in a gas are very far apart and have very weak intermolecular forces.

What is the name of the fourth state of matter?

  1. Solid

  2. Liquid

  3. Gas

  4. Plasma


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Plasma is the fourth state of matter. It is a highly ionized gas in which the electrons are separated from the nuclei. Plasma is found in stars, lightning, and other high-energy environments.

What are the three main types of particles that make up matter?

  1. Protons, neutrons, and electrons

  2. Quarks, leptons, and bosons

  3. Atoms, molecules, and ions

  4. Elements, compounds, and mixtures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three main types of particles that make up matter are protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are found in the nucleus of an atom, while electrons orbit the nucleus.

What is the name of the smallest unit of an element that can exist?

  1. Atom

  2. Molecule

  3. Ion

  4. Compound


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An atom is the smallest unit of an element that can exist. It consists of a nucleus, which contains protons and neutrons, and electrons, which orbit the nucleus.

What is the name of a substance that is made up of two or more different elements?

  1. Atom

  2. Molecule

  3. Ion

  4. Compound


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A compound is a substance that is made up of two or more different elements. The elements in a compound are chemically combined in a specific ratio.

What is the name of a substance that is made up of only one type of atom?

  1. Atom

  2. Molecule

  3. Ion

  4. Element


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

An element is a substance that is made up of only one type of atom. Elements cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

What is the name of a substance that has a net electric charge?

  1. Atom

  2. Molecule

  3. Ion

  4. Compound


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

An ion is a substance that has a net electric charge. Ions are formed when atoms lose or gain electrons.

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