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Grade 5 Science: Classification and Changes

Explore the classification of matter and the physical and chemical changes it undergoes with this engaging Grade 5 science worksheet.

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Grade 5 Science: Classification and Changes

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet covers different types of matter and how they change.

1. Which of the following is an example of a solid?

a

Water

b

Air

c

Ice

d

Steam

2. What happens to water when it boils and turns into steam?

a

It undergoes a chemical change.

b

It undergoes a physical change.

c

It becomes a new substance.

d

Its chemical composition changes.

3. The three main states of matter are solid, liquid, and  .

4. When a substance changes from a liquid to a solid, it is called  .

5. A physical change results in a new substance being formed.

T

True

F

False

6. Burning wood is an example of a chemical change.

T

True

F

False

7. Describe one difference between a physical change and a chemical change.

8. Observe the diagram showing the states of matter and their transitions. Label each arrow with the correct term for the change of state (e.g., melting, freezing, evaporation, condensation).

States of Matter Transitions Diagram