States of Matter

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a fixed shape and volume. The particles are close together and do not move around freely.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter that has a fixed volume but takes the shape of its container. The particles are close together but can move around each other.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that has no fixed shape or volume. The particles are far apart and move quickly.

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What are the three main states of matter?

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The three main states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are tightly packed together and vibrate in place.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can slide past one another, allowing the liquid to flow.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely and quickly in all directions.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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When water freezes, it changes from a liquid to a solid.

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What happens to ice when it melts?

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When ice melts, it changes from a solid to a liquid.

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What happens to water when it boils?

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When water boils, it changes from a liquid to a gas.