Extension

Extension

Challenge yourself further by reading through:

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  1. Pick four substances from the following list:

    • toothpaste
    • sand
    • jellybeans
    • ice cream
    • marshmallows
    • olive oil
    • talcum powder
    • hair gel
    • mayonnaise
    • ooblek (yes, it's a real thing)

  2. For each substance, find at least one picture and answer the following questions:

    1. How do you think the particles of the substance are arranged?
    2. Is the substance a solid, liquid or gas?
  3. Share your answers with a classmate and think about the answers they gave. Do you agree?

A cup of coffee showing the liquid particle model

Particles arranged in a liquid.