MATTER

Date: February 22, 2024

Subject: Integrated Science
Teacher: Ms Gillespie
WHAT IS MATTER
 Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.
 It is composed of tiny particles called atoms and
molecules.
 Matter exists in various forms, including solids, liquids,
and gases.
 Understanding matter is essential for comprehending
the physical world around us.
CLASS ACTIVITY
PROPERTIES OF MATTER
 The properties of matter consist of volume, mass and density.
 Volume: The amount of space occupied by an object or
substance.
 Mass: The amount of matter in an object.
 Density: The mass per unit volume of a substance. It
describes how tightly packed the particles of matter are
within a given volume
STATES OF MATTER
 Matter exists in three primary states: solid, liquid and gas.
Each state has unique characteristics and behavior.
 Solids have a definite shape and volume, with particles
closely packed together.
 Liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their
container, with particles more spread out than solids.
 Gases have neither a definite shape nor volume, with
particles widely spaced apart and moving freely.
 The state of matter can change based on temperature and
pressure.
SOLID STATE
 In the solid state, particles are tightly packed together
in a fixed arrangement.
 Solids have a definite shape and volume, maintaining
their structure.
 Examples of solids include ice, wood, and metal.
 The particles in solids vibrate in place but do not move
around freely.
LIQUID STATE
 Liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of
their container.
 The particles in liquids are more spread out than in
solids but still close together.
 Examples of liquids include water, milk, and oil.
 Liquids can flow and conform to the shape of their
container.
GAS STATE
 Gases have neither a definite shape nor volume,
expanding to fill their container.
 The particles in gases are widely spaced apart and
move freely.
 Examples of gases include oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon
dioxide.
 Gases can be compressed or expanded based on
pressure changes.
CONVERSION OF STATES OF
MATTER
 Matter can undergo changes from one state to another
through processes like melting, freezing, and evaporating.
 For example, ice (solid) can melt into water (liquid) when
heat is applied, and water can evaporate into vapor (gas)
when heated further.
 These transformations highlight the dynamic nature of
matter and how energy plays a crucial role in altering its
state.
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIYyeFhZ7eE