Classification and Changes in Matter
Explore the classification of matter and different types of changes it undergoes at a Grade 4 level.
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Classification and Changes in Matter
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
1. Which state of matter has a definite shape and a definite volume?
Liquid
Solid
Gas
Plasma
2. What happens to water when it freezes?
It turns into a gas.
It turns into a liquid.
It turns into a solid.
It disappears.
3. The process of a liquid turning into a gas is called .
4. When you tear a piece of paper, you are causing a change.
5. Look at the image below. Describe the three states of matter shown.

6. A physical change creates a new substance.
True
False
7. Burning wood is an example of a chemical change.
True
False
Match the type of change with its description.
8. Physical Change
a. A new substance is formed.
9. Chemical Change
b. No new substance is formed.
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