1. Exploring the States of Matter
Solid + Liquid = ?
Exploring the
States of Matter

2. What is a solid?

3. A solid… Keeps its shape
Has molecules that are tightly packed together

4. What is a liquid?

5. A liquid… Takes the shape of the container that it is in
Has molecules that flow around each other

6. What is a gas?

7. A gas…
Has no shape
Has molecules that are very far apart and move very quickly

8. What happens when we mix different solids with a liquid?
Today’s Question
What happens when we mix different solids with a liquid?
solid + liquid = __?__
Let’s Find Out!

9. Here are the 4 solids we will be testing:

10. Here is the liquid we will be adding to each solid:
We will be using eyedroppers
to add the liquid.
Let me show you how!

11. As your group adds the vinegar to each solid, you will be observing what happens. Use your → to observe x

12. What Happens When Vinegar (Liquid) is Added?
Each group member will write their observations on their chart
Powder (Solid)
What Happens When Vinegar (Liquid) is Added?
Flour
Sugar
Salt
Baking Soda