Classification of Matter Worksheet
Explore the different states of matter and their properties with this Grade 6 science worksheet.
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Classification of 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
Gas
Solid
Plasma
2. In which state of matter are particles spread farthest apart and move freely?
Solid
Liquid
Gas
All of the above
3. The process of a liquid turning into a gas is called .
4. When a gas turns into a liquid, it is called .
5. Anything that has mass and takes up space is called .
6. A solid can be easily compressed.
True
False
7. Particles in a liquid are arranged in a fixed pattern.
True
False
8. Describe the key differences between a liquid and a gas in terms of shape and volume.
9. Look at the image below showing the particle arrangement in different states of matter. Label each diagram as Solid, Liquid, or Gas.

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