1st Grade Science Worksheets Matter

If you're a first-grade teacher searching for science worksheets to engage your students and reinforce their understanding of matter, you're in the right place. Our collection of 1st-grade science worksheets cover a variety of topics related to matter, helping young minds explore the properties and states of different materials. With these worksheets, you can spark their curiosity and make learning about matter a fun and interactive experience.

  Science Properties of Matter Worksheets

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  Properties of Matter Foldable

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  First Grade Science Worksheets

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  Matter Solid-Liquid Gas Worksheet

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  States of Matter Worksheet Answers

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  States Of Matter Worksheet Solid Liquid And Gas

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  Ecosystem Worksheet Food Chain

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  And Material Objects Worksheet

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  3rd Grade Math Assessment Test

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  Sound and Light Energy Worksheet

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  Printable Matter Worksheets

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  Preschool Snowman Sequencing Worksheet

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  Oobleck Science Worksheet

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  Oobleck Science Worksheet

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  Oobleck Science Worksheet

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What is matter?

Matter is anything that occupies space and has mass. It is made up of atoms, which are the building blocks of all matter in the universe. Matter exists in various forms, such as solids, liquids, and gases, and can undergo physical and chemical changes.

How is matter different from energy?

Matter and energy are fundamentally different in terms of their characteristics and properties. Matter is a physical substance that has mass and occupies space, consisting of atoms and molecules that are stationary or have limited movement. On the other hand, energy is the ability to do work or produce heat, and it can exist in various forms such as kinetic, potential, thermal, electromagnetic, or chemical energy. Unlike matter, energy does not have mass or take up physical space but can be transferred between different forms and systems.

Name three states of matter.

The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

Give an example of a solid.

One example of a solid is an apple.

What is a liquid?

A liquid is a state of matter characterized by having a definite volume but no definite shape, allowing it to flow and take the shape of its container. Liquids have particles that are more loosely packed than solids, but still have strong enough intermolecular forces to maintain their volume. Examples of liquids include water, milk, and oil.

Provide an example of a gas.

An example of a gas is oxygen, which is a colorless, odorless gas that makes up about 21% of Earth's atmosphere and is essential for sustaining life through respiration.

What happens when you heat a solid?

When you heat a solid, its particles start to vibrate faster due to the increase in kinetic energy. This causes the solid to expand slightly as the particles move further apart. If enough heat is applied, the solid may reach its melting point, at which point it will transform into a liquid.

How does matter change from a liquid to a gas?

Matter changes from a liquid to a gas through the process of vaporization, where the intermolecular forces holding the liquid molecules together are overcome by heat energy. As the liquid molecules gain enough kinetic energy, they break free from their liquid state, becoming a gas. This phase change is known as evaporation if it occurs at the surface of a liquid, or boiling if it happens throughout the entire substance when its vapor pressure equals the external pressure.

Can matter change back and forth between states?

Yes, matter can change back and forth between states through processes like melting, freezing, condensation, and evaporation. For example, water can exist as a solid (ice), liquid (water), or gas (steam) depending on its temperature and pressure conditions. This ability to change states is a fundamental property of matter and is governed by the behavior of its particles.

How does matter occupy space?

Matter occupies space because it is made up of particles like atoms and molecules that have mass and volume. The volume of matter is the three-dimensional physical space it takes up, and the mass is the amount of matter in an object. These particles are constantly in motion and interact with each other, filling up the space they occupy. This is why objects have a definite shape and size, and why they cannot occupy the same space as other objects at the same time.