States of Matter Vocabulary

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What is the kinetic theory?

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The kinetic theory states that all matter consists of tiny particles that are in constant motion.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

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What state of matter does not have a definite volume or shape?

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Gas.

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What is surface tension?

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Surface tension is the inward pull of the molecules making up a liquid, pulling the molecules on the surface closer together.

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What state of matter has a definite volume but not a definite shape?

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Liquid.

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What is the melting point?

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The melting point is the temperature at which the particles of a solid substance vibrate so fast that they break free from their fixed positions and absorb thermal energy to turn into a liquid.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a definite shape and volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that does not have a definite volume or shape and expands to fill its container.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is viscosity?

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Viscosity is a measure of a fluid's resistance to flow.

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What is the boiling point?

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The boiling point is the temperature at which a liquid turns into a gas.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4