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Intensive vs. Extensive Properties quiz

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  • What is an intensive property?
    An intensive property is a physical property that does not depend on the amount or size of the material; it is inherent to the substance.
  • Give two examples of intensive properties.
    Examples include color and density.
  • Does the boiling point of water change with the amount of water present?
    No, the boiling point of water remains at 100 degrees Celsius regardless of the amount.
  • What is an extensive property?
    An extensive property is a physical property that depends on the size or amount of the substance present.
  • List two examples of extensive properties.
    Examples include mass and volume.
  • Is hardness an intensive or extensive property?
    Hardness is an intensive property.
  • Does the density of gold change if you have more gold?
    No, the density of gold remains the same regardless of the amount.
  • Is energy considered an intensive or extensive property?
    Energy is considered an extensive property.
  • Does the mass of a substance depend on the amount present?
    Yes, mass is an extensive property and depends on the amount present.
  • Is temperature an intensive or extensive property?
    Temperature is an intensive property.
  • Does the color of gold change with the amount of gold?
    No, the color of gold is an intensive property and does not change with the amount.
  • Is length an intensive or extensive property?
    Length is an extensive property.
  • Does volume depend on the size of the container?
    Yes, volume is an extensive property and depends on the size of the container.
  • Are both intensive and extensive properties considered physical properties?
    Yes, both are types of physical properties.
  • What distinguishes intensive from extensive properties?
    Intensive properties do not depend on the amount of substance, while extensive properties do.