Deck 5: Exploring Matter: Scientific Observations of Everyday Materials

Question 1

The smallest part of an element that still has the properties of that element is called a(n) _______________.​

Answer 1

atom

Question 2

Sorting objects or ideas into groups on the basis of similar properties is called:​

A) ​observing.
B) ​classifying.
C) ​analyzing.
D) ​collecting.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Grouping materials with similar properties into the same categories is referred to as ____________.​

Answer 3

classifying

Question 4

The random array of very hot gases, so hot that they no longer resemble any known gases, is the state of matter called ________________.​

Question 5

The study of science does not always provide clear ________________.​

Question 6

​Because there are only 92 naturally occurring elements, most matter that we encounter is either a compound or a __________________.

Question 7

The ability to do work, moving a force through a distance, is the way scientists define __________.​

Question 8

The cornstarch and water mixture is called a __________________.​

Question 9

The scientific process involves testing a(n) _____ and evaluating _____________.​

A) ​theory; facts
B) ​idea; evidence
C) ​answer; evidence
D) ​theory; questions

Question 10

A(n) ______________ is the building block of all matter.​

Question 11

We know that air is matter because it takes up space and has:​

A) ​volume.
B) ​mass.
C) ​temperature.
D) ​containers.

Question 12

​Objects can also have energy when they are not moving. The stored-up energy that your body has when you are sleeping in the night before a big race is called _______________ energy.

Question 13

The science education reform movement recommends that you use a variety of materials when doing science. It is understood that this process will not always be:​

A) ​neat.
B) ​engaging.
C) ​clear.
D) ​evaluative.

Question 14

The basic terms we use to describe the material world are sometimes called ______________words.​

Question 15

The smallest part of a compound that still has the properties of that compound is called a(n) __________________.​

Question 16

Scientists call the energy that an object has because it is moving-like a moving car, a falling rock, or a strong wind-_________________ energy.​

Question 17

The study of matter and energy are part of a branch of science referred to as:​

A) ​anatomy.
B) ​physical science.
C) ​life science.
D) ​chemistry.

Question 18

Matter is anything that takes up space and has __________________.​

Question 19

Corn starch and water in the right proportions demonstrates properties of both liquids and ___________.​

Question 20

Air is a mixture of gases, about 78% of which is the element _______________.​

Question 21

The cornstarch and water mixture is a:​

A) ​liquid.
B) ​solid.
C) ​suspension.
D) ​gas.

Question 22

Explain the relative amounts of kinetic energy in each of the 3 common states of matter.

Question 23

The two more uncommon states of matter are:​

A) ​condensation and plasma.
B) ​solutions and condensation.
C) ​solutions and Bose-Einstein condensate.
D) ​plasma and Bose-Einstein condensate.

Question 24

Why is it important for Ms. Harrison to keep all the plastic bags the same size when exploring solids, liquids, and gases?

Question 25

In what ways can elementary science be messy?

Question 26

How can you model scientific thinking in your classroom?

Question 27

How can you model that science can be complex and messy for your students?

Question 28

How did Ms. Hager and Ms. Harrison make connections to the students' experiences outside of the classroom?

Question 29

Objects have energy when they are not moving. This is called:​

A) ​kinetic energy.
B) ​potential energy.
C) ​inertia.
D) ​gravity.

Question 30

What is a combination of elements, compounds, and other mixtures?​

A) ​a mixture
B) ​a solution
C) ​an atom
D) ​a suspension

Question 31

One of the challenging topics in Ms. Harrison's experiment was how the air:​

A) ​had weight.
B) ​took up space.
C) ​had volume.
D) ​had atoms.

Question 32

What are three ways that you can help students explore independently?

Question 33

In contrast with everyday observations, scientific observations are​

A) ​perceptions of the natural world.
B) ​often done in the laboratory.
C) ​all quantitative.
D) ​solitary actions.

Question 34

How can you ensure that science isn't always neat, but stay organized in your classroom?

Question 35

Describe one science topic that could establish scientific thinking through direct exploration of materials.