States of Matter

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter with an indefinite shape and indefinite volume.

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a definite shape and definite volume.

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Which state of matter has particles with the most energy?

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Gas has particles (molecules) that have more energy than solids and liquids.

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How do particles in a liquid behave?

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Particles of a liquid are free to move around one another but still touch.

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What happens to particles in an object at higher temperatures?

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Particles in an object move faster at higher temperatures.

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What is the defining characteristic of a liquid?

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A liquid has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is a state of matter similar to gas but consists of charged particles and is found in stars.

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How do gases differ from solids and liquids in terms of particle arrangement?

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Gases have particles that are far apart and move freely, unlike solids (tightly packed) and liquids (close but able to move).

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What is the relationship between temperature and particle energy?

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As temperature increases, the energy of the particles increases.

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What happens to the volume of a gas when it is compressed?

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The volume of a gas decreases when it is compressed.