Phase Changes and Basic Chemistry Concepts

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which a gas changes into a liquid, usually when it loses energy or temperature.

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What happens to the atoms in a solid?

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The atoms in a solid move more slowly compared to those in liquids and gases.

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Which states of matter take the shape of their container?

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Both gases and liquids take the shape of the container they are in.

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What is the main component of Earth's atmosphere?

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Nitrogen makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere.

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At what temperature does water freeze in Celsius?

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Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.

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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 evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which a liquid turns into a gas, usually when it gains energy or temperature.

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What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

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The boiling point of water is 100 degrees Celsius.

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What is sublimation?

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Sublimation is the process where a solid changes directly into a gas without becoming a liquid first.

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What is the difference between a gas and a liquid?

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Gases have no fixed shape or volume, while liquids have a fixed volume but take the shape of their container.