States of Matter

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What is the only state of matter that has a definite shape?

Back

Solids have a definite shape and do not change shape unless a force is applied.

Front

What must be added to ice to melt it into water?

Back

Heat is required to change ice (solid) into water (liquid) by increasing the temperature.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

In which state of matter do particles slip past each other and take the shape of their container?

Back

Liquids allow particles to move past one another, adapting to the shape of their container.

Front

What is the melting point of water in degrees Fahrenheit?

Back

The melting point of water is 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Front

What happens to water below 32 degrees Fahrenheit?

Back

Water freezes and becomes ice below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

What is the state of matter with no definite shape or volume?

Back

Gases have no definite shape or volume and expand to fill their container.

Front

What is the boiling point of water in degrees Fahrenheit?

Back

The boiling point of water is 212 degrees Fahrenheit.

Front

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

Back

Melting is the process where a solid changes into a liquid when heat is added.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

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

Back

Evaporation is the process where a liquid changes into a gas when heat is applied.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

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

Back

Condensation is the process where a gas changes into a liquid when it cools down.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4