Solid, Liquid Gas

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is a solid?

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A state of matter characterized by its definite shape and volume, where particles are closely packed together.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container, with particles that are close together but can move past one another.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter that has no definite shape or volume, with particles that are far apart and move freely.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles in a solid vibrate in place but do not move around freely.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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Particles in a liquid are close together but can slide past one another, allowing liquids to flow.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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Particles in a gas move rapidly and are far apart, filling the space available to them.

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What is the process of melting?

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The transition from solid to liquid when a solid absorbs heat.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the process of freezing?

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The transition from liquid to solid when a liquid loses heat.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the process of evaporation?

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The transition from liquid to gas when a liquid absorbs heat.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4