Phases of Matter Review

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What is melting?

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The process of changing from a solid to a liquid.

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What is the opposite phase of melting?

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Freezing, which is the process of changing from a liquid to a solid.

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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Which state of matter has the most kinetic energy?

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Gas particles have the most kinetic energy because they move the fastest.

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What is freezing?

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The process of changing from a liquid to a solid.

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What is condensation?

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The process of changing from a gas to a liquid.

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What is sublimation?

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The process of changing from a solid directly to a gas without becoming a liquid.

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What is deposition?

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The process of changing from a gas directly to a solid without becoming a liquid.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles in a solid are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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