Properties of Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three states of matter?

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

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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 volume.

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What is a liquid?

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

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What is a thermal conductor?

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A thermal conductor is a material that allows heat to pass through it easily.

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What is a thermal insulator?

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A thermal insulator is a material that does not allow heat to pass through it easily.

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What does soluble mean?

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Soluble means the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent, such as water.

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What is an example of a soluble substance?

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Salt is an example of a soluble substance.

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What is a magnet used for?

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A magnet is used to attract certain metals, such as iron.