States of 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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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

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Solid has a definite shape and volume.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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Which state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?

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Liquid has a definite volume but no definite shape.

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Which state of matter has no definite volume or shape?

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Gas has no definite volume or shape.

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What happens to the particles in a solid?

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

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What happens to the particles in a liquid?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can move past one another.

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What happens to the particles in a gas?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely.

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

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Melting.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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

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Evaporation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4