Matter

Virginia SOL 1.3

Investigate and understand that objects are made from materials with specific physical properties.

What students need to be able to do

  • Recognize that objects are made of one or more materials with different physical properties.
  • Identify that materials can be used for a variety of purposes based on their properties.
  • Observe that changing the size of a material does not alter most physical properties.
  • Determine how the type and amount of material affect how much light can pass through an object.