States of Matter

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What are the three primary states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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How do particles behave in a solid state of matter?

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Particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What is the defining characteristic of a liquid state of matter?

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A liquid takes the shape of its container and has a definite volume.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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Describe the behavior of gas particles. How do they differ from solids and liquids?

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Gas particles are far apart, move freely, and fill the entire volume of their container.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is an example of a gas?

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Steam.

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What happens to the shape of a gas when it is placed in a container?

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It takes the shape of the container and expands to fill it.

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What is the term for a substance that can exist in all three states of matter?

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A substance that can exist in all three states is called a 'phase'.

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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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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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

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Vaporization.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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

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Condensation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4