States of Matter

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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Define solid state of matter.

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A state of matter characterized by fixed shape and volume, where particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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Define liquid state of matter.

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A state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container, with particles that are close together but can move past one another.

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Define gas state of matter.

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A state of matter that has no definite shape or volume, with particles that are far apart and move freely.

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What is the process of changing from a solid to a liquid called?

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Melting.

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What is the process of changing from a liquid to a solid called?

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Freezing.

Front

What is the boiling point of water in degrees Celsius?

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100 °C.

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What is the freezing point of water in degrees Celsius?

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0 °C.

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What is deposition in terms of states of matter?

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

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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.