Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What are particles?

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Particles are the small pieces that make up all matter.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can move past each other, allowing the liquid to flow.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely, filling the space available.

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What happens to the particles of a substance when it is heated?

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When a substance is heated, its particles gain energy and move faster.

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What is the process of changing from a solid to a liquid called?

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The process of changing from a solid to a liquid is called melting.

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What is the process of changing from a liquid to a gas called?

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The process of changing from a liquid to a gas is called evaporation.

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What is the process of changing from a gas to a liquid called?

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The process of changing from a gas to a liquid is called condensation.