States of Matter

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas

Front

What state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

What state of matter has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

What state of matter has no definite shape or volume?

Back

Gas

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid?

Back

They are closely packed and vibrate in place.

Front

What happens to the particles in a liquid?

Back

They are close together but can move past each other.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas?

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They are far apart and move freely.

Front

What is melting?

Back

The process of a solid turning into a liquid.

Front

What is freezing?

Back

The process of a liquid turning into a solid.

Front

What is evaporation?

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The process of a liquid turning into a gas.