Phases of Matter

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What are the three main phases of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas

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What is a solid?

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A phase of matter that has a definite shape and definite volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A phase 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 phase of matter that has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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How do molecules behave in a solid?

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Molecules in a solid are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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How do molecules behave in a liquid?

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Molecules in a liquid are close together but can move past one another, allowing the liquid to flow.

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How do molecules behave in a gas?

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Molecules in a gas are far apart and move freely, filling the entire space available.

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What is the difference between the shape of solids and liquids?

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Solids have a definite shape, while liquids take the shape of their container.

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What do solids and liquids have in common?

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Both have a definite volume.

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What do gases and liquids have in common?

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Both take the shape of their container.