Plasma

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is one of the four fundamental states of matter, consisting of ionized gas with free-moving electrons and ions.

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What happens to particles in matter when the temperature decreases?

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The particles slow down and move closer together.

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What is the primary charge carrier in plasma?

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Electrons carry the negative charge in plasma.

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How can plasma be created in a laboratory?

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Plasma can be created by heating a gas to extremely hot temperatures.

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In plasma, are electrons associated with a particular nucleus?

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No, in plasma, electrons are no longer associated with a particular nucleus.

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What are the four states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, gas, and plasma.

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What is the difference between gas and plasma?

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In gas, particles are neutral, while in plasma, particles are ionized and contain free electrons.

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What is ionization?

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Ionization is the process of adding or removing electrons from an atom or molecule, resulting in the formation of ions.

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Can plasma conduct electricity?

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Yes, plasma can conduct electricity due to the presence of free-moving charged particles.

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What is an example of plasma found in nature?

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Examples of plasma in nature include lightning and the sun.