Plasma

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is one of the four fundamental states of matter, consisting of ionized gas with free-moving ions and electrons. It does not have a definite shape or volume.

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What happens to air in a hot air balloon when it is heated?

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The air inside the balloon expands.

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What is the state of matter that has a definite shape and takes up space?

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Solid.

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What is the relationship between particle movement and temperature?

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If particles are moving very slowly, the object's temperature is probably cold.

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What happens to the liquid in a thermometer as the temperature increases?

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The liquid expands.

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What are the four states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, gas, and plasma.

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How does plasma differ from gas?

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Plasma is ionized and contains charged particles, while gas consists of neutral particles.

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What is an example of plasma?

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Examples of plasma include stars, lightning, and neon signs.

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What is the effect of temperature on the state of matter?

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Increasing temperature can change a solid to a liquid (melting) or a liquid to a gas (evaporation).

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What is the definition of 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.