Matter, Mass, and Density Vocabulary

Flashcards covering key vocabulary terms related to matter, mass, weight, volume, and density based on the lecture notes.

Volume

A property that all forms of matter have.

Weight

A measure of matter that changes as the force of gravity changes.

Mass

A physical property describing matter that remains constant regardless of changes in gravity.

SI

An acronym standing for the International System of Units (metric system).

Kilogram

A unit of mass equivalent to about $2.2$ pounds.

Liters

The unit used to measure the volume of liquids.

Density

An intrinsic physical property calculated as $\text{Density} = \frac{\text{mass}}{\text{volume}}$.

Density of Water

At room temperature, defined as one gram per cubic centimeter.

Intrinsic Property

A property, such as density, that does not change with the shape or total amount of a substance and can be used to identify substances.

Weight on the Moon

A value equal to about one-sixth of what an object weighs on Earth.

Weight on Jupiter

A value equal to twice what an object weighs on Earth.

Temperature Effect on Density

The phenomenon where most substances become less dense as temperature increases.

Liquid Water Density

Decreases when liquid water expands.