States of Matter

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What are the three 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 have a definite shape and volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter that has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles in a solid vibrate in place but do not move freely.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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Particles in a liquid are close together but can move past one another, allowing liquids to flow.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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Particles in a gas are far apart and move freely, filling the entire space available.

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What happens to a liquid when it freezes?

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It changes from a liquid to a solid.

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What happens to a solid 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 where a liquid turns into a gas.