Original Project
Atoms, Molecules, and States of Matter
Item AM066003: The molecules of the glass that makes up a window are always moving.
The windows of your school are made of glass. Which of the following statements describes the motion of the molecules that make up the glass?
- The molecules of the glass are never moving.
- The molecules of the glass are always moving.
- The molecules of the glass move only when the sun warms the window.
- The molecules of the glass move only when the window is being opened or closed.
(Modified from Pozo and Crespo, 2005)
- Distribution of Responses
- Students Responding Correctly
| Group | Correct | Total | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1209 | 2890 | 42% |
| Grades | |||
| 6–8 | 637 | 1782 | 36% |
| 9–12 | 568 | 1100 | 52% |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 583 | 1382 | 42% |
| Female | 609 | 1467 | 42% |
| Primary Language | |||
| English | 1108 | 2581 | 43% |
| Other | 89 | 277 | 32% |