Properties of Matter

The matter around you is subject to frequent changes. These changes sometimes affect the matter's shape, size, and state of matter. Other times, the chemical bonds within the matter are altered. The properties of matter that you will observe in chemistry are sometimes measurable and quantifiable, while other times they are more descriptive and qualitative. It is important that the properties observed are carefully recorded in order to properly describe the changes that are occurring.

Essential Question

• What are the properties of matter?