What’s the Matter?

Division: A – Elementary

NC Essential Standards Alignment: PS.3.1, PS.5.1

SEP Practices: Analyzing and Interpreting Data

Description:

Teams will be assessed on their knowledge of the physical properties of matter and the behavior of solids, liquids, and gases before and after they undergo changes or interactions.

Materials:

Must bring writing instruments and safety goggles (safety glasses are not permitted for this event). No other resources are allowed.

Scoring:

High score wins. Points are awarded for the quality and accuracy of responses. Ties will be broken with predetermined questions.

Event Resources:

Science Games for Kids – Properties of Materials
PhET Interactive Simulation – States of Matter
PhET Interactive Simulation – Concentration
PhET Interactive Simulation – Dissolving
PhET Interactive Simulation – Behavior of Atoms in Different States of Matter
Chemical & Physical Changes Interactives
The Science Notebook – Exploring Measurement – Volume
Matter Properties Lesson Plan