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. a b c d

Explanation:

• Option A: Energy is different from matter; matter isn't defined as energy content.
• Option B: This describes weight (force due to gravity), not matter.
• Option C: The scientific definition of matter is anything with mass and volume (occupies space), so this matches.
• Option D: Inertial force - related to mass/acceleration, not matter's definition.

Answer:

C. something that has mass and occupies space