States of Matter

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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What is a solid?

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A state of matter where particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter where particles are close together but can move past each other, allowing liquids to flow.

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter where particles are far apart and move freely, filling the space available.

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How can you change a solid to a liquid?

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By heating it up.

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How can you change a liquid to a solid?

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By cooling it down.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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It changes from a liquid to a solid.

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What happens to ice when it melts?

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It changes from a solid to a liquid.

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What is evaporation?

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The process of a liquid turning into a gas.

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What is condensation?

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The process of a gas turning into a liquid.