Lesson 3: Physical Properties of Matter

What is a Property? A property is a characteristic that describes an object or a substance.

All matter can be described based on its physical properties and its chemical properties. Physical properties are characteristics that can be observed without changing the identity of the object or substance.

Physical Properties of an Apple

Physical Properties Include: -Color -Mass -Volume -Density -Melting Point -Boiling Point -Conductivity -Solubility -Viscosity -Flexibility Research any of these properties that you are not familiar with and be prepared to discuss them in class!

Discovery Education Video: Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter Physical properties of matter include its hardness and color; chemical properties are identified by observing what happens when one substance reacts with another.

Discovery Education Video: Physical Science Series: Properties of Matter This program explores the many different characteristics of matter, including the chemical properties of matter, such as flammability and reactivity. It also examines some of the physical properties of matter including color, odor, texture, and shape, through beautiful visual images which students can easily understand. Much emphasis is placed on the concept of mass and weight. Volume and density are explored by looking at different types of matter such as gas, lead, marble, and feathers.

Physical Properties of Matter: Key Questions: 1) Why is understanding the physical properties of an object important? 2) Can an object’s physical properties be measured? Explain. 3) Why are a substance’s melting point and boiling point physical properties?