States of matter worksheets
Solids, liquids, gases and changes of state.
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About these states of matter worksheets
Everything around us is a solid, liquid or gas, and heating or cooling changes one into another. These worksheets cover the properties of each state, how particles are arranged, melting, freezing, evaporation, condensation and sublimation, with a sort of everyday materials.
What the worksheet covers
The question bank for this topic has 12 key terms, 12 items to sort, 10 true-or-false statements, 8 multiple-choice questions, 8 fill-in-the-blank sentences and 4 short-answer questions. Each worksheet mixes a selection, so no two are the same.
- Question types: match words to meanings, fill in the blanks, true or false, multiple choice, sort the words, short answers, word search.
- Key words: solid, liquid, gas, melting, freezing, evaporation, condensation, boiling point, melting point, particles, sublimation, volume.
- Best for: grades 2–6 (ages 7–12).
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Frequently asked questions
Is honey a solid or a liquid?
A liquid: it flows and takes the shape of its container, even though it flows slowly.
What age is this worksheet for?
Grades 2–6 (ages 7–12). The questions use plain language and avoid trick wording.
Will every worksheet be the same?
No. Each tap of “New worksheet” picks a different mix of questions from the topic’s question bank, so you can give different versions to different students.
Can I print it in black and white?
Yes. The worksheet uses light tints that print clearly in grey, or pick the grey colour theme.
Can I choose the kinds of questions?
Yes. Switch each section on or off (matching, fill in the blanks, true or false, multiple choice and more) and choose how many questions go in each.
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