States of Matter

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, gas.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the defining characteristic of a solid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume.

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How do liquids differ from solids in terms of shape and volume?

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Liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

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What is the characteristic of gases regarding shape and volume?

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Gases have neither a definite shape nor a definite volume.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-5

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What is the process called when a solid turns into a liquid?

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Melting.

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What is the process called when a liquid turns into a gas?

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Evaporation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which a gas turns into a liquid.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is sublimation?

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Sublimation is the process where a solid turns directly into a gas without becoming a liquid.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the term for a material that allows light to pass through but scatters it?

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Translucent.

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