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What possible misconception concerning matter might students end up with if their teacher gives them the following list as examples of matter: people, grass, birds and fish? Add three items to the list that would help clarify their misconceptions.
 
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Question 2

The cathode ray consists of ________.
 
  A) positively charged particles
  B) negatively charged particles
  C) electrically neutral particles
  D) massless particles



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Answer to Question 1

The students might think all matter is living. The teacher should include some inanimate objects and vary the list to also include examples of gases and liquids; for example: rock, water, air

Answer to Question 2

B



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