States of Matter and Changes of State Review

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter where atoms are constantly moving around and bumping into each other, allowing them to flow and take the shape of their container.

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What is the state of matter where particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place?

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Solid.

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True or False: Milk is an example of a solid.

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False. Milk is a liquid.

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What happens during vaporization?

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Particles in a liquid gain enough energy to move independently and away from each other.

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Which state of matter has particles that are far apart and move freely?

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Gas.

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What is condensation?

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The process where gas particles lose energy and come together to form a liquid.

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What is sublimation?

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The process where a solid changes directly into a gas without becoming a liquid first.

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What is the main characteristic of gases?

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Gases have no fixed shape or volume and will expand to fill their container.

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What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume, while liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

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What is the process of a liquid turning into a solid called?

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Freezing.