States of Matter

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, gas.

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What is the definition of matter?

Back

Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

Front

Which is an example of a gas?

Back

Steam.

Front

Which is an example of a liquid?

Back

Milk.

Front

How can you change the state of matter from a liquid to a solid?

Back

Freeze the liquid to form a solid.

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid?

Back

The particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

Front

What happens to the particles in a liquid?

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

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas?

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The particles are far apart and move freely, filling the space available.

Front

What is the process of changing a solid to a liquid called?

Back

Melting.

Front

What is the process of changing a liquid to a gas called?

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Evaporation.