Question

Alai is comparing the physical property of two materials. He is hitting each with a hammer to observe what happens. What physical property of the materials is Alai most likely observing?
a)solublity
b)conductivity
c)hardness
d)odor

Answer 1

Since Alai is hitting each with a hammer, the physical property which he must be comparing on the two materials must be hardness. Solubility can be tested when you put them in a solvent. Odor can be tested with smell. Conductivity can be tested with electricity. Hardness can be tested with its resistance to the force that hits it.

Answer 2

C) HARDNESS

- odor is out because you are not smelling anything

- solubility is when the material dissolves, so that's out

- conductivity has to do with heat and energy

- the only available option is hardness