Question

1. read the passage and then select the list of words that correctly completes the blanks in the order given: all matter has _ and occupies space. the simplest form of matter containing only one type of atom with its own particular set of properties is called a(n) _. a combination of two or more atoms that can be the same or different is called a(n) _. such combinations of atoms are held together by attractive forces, which help determine the _ of matter. a. mass; particle; element; mass b. mass; element; molecule; state c. elements; atom; molecule; mass d. molecules; element; particle; state

Explanation:

• First blank: Matter has mass (a fundamental property) and occupies space.
• Second blank: An element is the simplest form of matter with one type of atom.
• Third blank: A molecule is a combination of two or more atoms.
• Fourth blank: Attractive forces help determine the state (solid, liquid, gas) of matter.

Answer:

B. mass; element; molecule; state