(a) Define matter. Give four examples of matter.
(b) What are the characteristics of matter ?

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(a) Matter is anything that occupies and has mass. Wood, air, water, chalk, etc. are examples of matter.

(b) The characteristics of matter are:
1. Matter is made up of tiny particles.
2. Particles of matter attract each other.
3. Particles of matter have spaces between them.
4. Particles of matter are constantly moving.

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