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What is the process of melting?

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The process of melting is the change in state from a solid to a liquid.

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What characterizes the state of matter known as gas?

Back

In the gas state, particles can move freely throughout the container.

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What type of mixture is freshly brewed black coffee?

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Freshly brewed black coffee is a homogeneous mixture.

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What type of mixture is chicken noodle soup?

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Chicken noodle soup is a heterogeneous mixture.

Front

Describe the properties of gas in terms of shape and volume.

Back

Gases have no definite shape or volume; they take the shape and volume of their containers.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when it is heated?

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When a gas is heated, its particles move faster and spread further apart.

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What is the difference between homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures?

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Homogeneous mixtures have a uniform composition throughout, while heterogeneous mixtures have distinct, separate components.

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What is an example of a physical change?

Back

Melting ice is an example of a physical change.

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What is the definition of a solid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume, with particles that are closely packed together.

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How do the particles in a liquid behave?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can move past one another, allowing liquids to flow.