Matter and its transformations

6th Grade ScienceColegio Saint Andrew

Ms. Hahn

Matter:

Is everything that has mass and occupies space

Am I made out of matter?

Is this made of matter?

Yes

No

Let´s see

• Does it have mass or weight?

Yes

Let´s see• Does it occupy space?

Yes

Then its made out of matter!

AH!

Matter is made out of small particles

I´m made out of small particles!

Small particles are in motion

There is empty space between particles

Even in solid state!

empty space

Particles are attracted together by force

Is force is solids greater or weaker? Why?

Particles are attracted together by force

If you said it is greater you are correct!

The particles are closer together because the particles are attracted

together with a greater force.

Complete the summarizing web on page 177

States of matter

• Can you name the three states of matter shown here?

States of matter

• Can you name the three states of matter shown here?

Gas Solid Liquid

Read pages 178 & 179 and make a summary in your copybook

Solid State Liquid State GasExample and picture of something in this state

Example and picture of something in this state

Example and picture of something in this state

Distance between particles Distance between particles Distance between particles

Particles are attracted to each other:

Particles are attracted to each other:

Particles are attracted to each other:

Shape: Shape: Shape:

What happens to it when the temperature rises?

What happens to it when the temperature rises?

What happens to it when the temperature rises?

Make a picture that represent the particles in this state

Make a picture that represent the particles in this state

Make a picture that represent the particles in this state

If you have time….

• - watch the video• - work on your study guide

See you!!