5.4 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 happens to the particles in a solid when it is heated?

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The particles gain energy and move faster, which can cause the solid to melt into a liquid.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid turns into gas, usually when heated.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where gas turns into liquid, often when cooled.

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What is melting?

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Melting is the process of a solid turning into a liquid when heated.

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What is freezing?

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Freezing is the process of a liquid turning into a solid when cooled.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a mixture where one substance (solute) is dissolved in another (solvent).

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What factors affect the rate of dissolving?

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The rate of dissolving can be affected by temperature, stirring, and the size of the solute.

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What is the boiling point of water?

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The boiling point of water is 100°C (212°F) at sea level.