Properties of Matter

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What is the definition of matter?

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Matter is everything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

Front

What is a characteristic of solids?

Back

Solids have a definite shape and volume.

Front

How do liquids behave in terms of shape and volume?

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

Front

What is a characteristic of gases?

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Gases have neither a definite shape nor a definite volume.

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid?

Back

The particles in a solid are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

Front

How do particles in a liquid behave?

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

Front

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

Back

Melting.

Front

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

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Evaporation.

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

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Condensation.