States of Matter Review

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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 with a fixed shape and volume, where particles are closely packed together.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that has a fixed volume but takes the shape of its container, with particles that are less closely packed than in solids.

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter that has no fixed shape or volume, with particles that are far apart and move freely.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles vibrate in place but do not move around freely.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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Particles are close together but can move around each other, allowing liquids to flow.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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Particles move quickly and are far apart, allowing gases to fill their container.

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What happens to the shape of a liquid when poured into a different container?

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It takes the shape of the new container.

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Can gases be compressed?

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Yes, gases can be compressed because their particles are far apart.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An apple.