What is 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 atoms?

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Atoms are tiny particles that you can't see.

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What are the states of matter?

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

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter where particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter where particles are close together but can flow over each other.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter where particles are far apart and move freely.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is a state of matter where gas is energized to the point that some electrons break free from atoms.

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What does it mean for something to have mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object.

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Can air be considered matter?

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Yes, air is matter because it takes up space and has mass.

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What happens to particles in a solid when heated?

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Particles in a solid vibrate faster and may change to a liquid.