Matter is anything that takes up space. Your mass determines how big, or small you are. Or, how big or small something is. Matter is in everything. Even air has matter. Humans are made of matter. Matter makes up atoms, carbon, cells, and everything else you can think of. (Except ideas)
Marshmallows are probably so delicious because of several important factors. They are fluffy, soft, and oh-so sweet. They melt in your mouth and taste absolutely heavenly with chocolate and graham crackers. Or throw a couple in your hot chocolate. There's no wrong way to eat them and they're pretty cheap too.
Explanation:
To protect the animals, plants, and more. Without having the habitats they'll die/go extinct. The plants will soon rot/wither away.