Question

matter is
a. the amount of energy contained within an object
b. a measure of the force gravity exerts on objects
c. something that has mass and occupies space
d. a measure of an objects inertial force
please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

• Option A: Energy and matter are different concepts. Energy is not the definition of matter.
• Option B: The force gravity exerts on objects is weight, not matter.
• Option C: Matter is defined as something that has mass and occupies space. This is the correct scientific definition.
• Option D: Inertial force is related to an object's resistance to change in motion, not the definition of matter.

Answer:

C. something that has mass and occupies space