3 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 matter?

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Anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What happens to particles in a solid?

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They are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What happens to particles in a liquid?

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They are close together but can move past one another.

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What happens to particles in a gas?

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They are far apart and move freely.

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What is the process of a solid turning into a liquid called?

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Melting.

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What is the process of a liquid turning into a gas called?

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Boiling or evaporation.

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What is the process of a gas turning into a liquid called?

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Condensation.

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What is the process of a liquid turning into a solid called?

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Freezing.

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What do all solids have in common?

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They have a definite shape and volume.