Matter Ch2 Exam Review

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where gas changes into a liquid.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the slow process of changing from liquid to gas, occurring only at the surface.

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What is the nucleus of an atom?

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The nucleus is the center of an atom that contains protons and neutrons.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that takes up space and has mass.

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What are molecules?

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Molecules are two or more atoms joined together that exist independently.

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What is the difference between boiling and evaporation?

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Boiling occurs throughout the liquid at a specific temperature, while evaporation occurs only at the surface.

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What are protons?

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Protons are positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is viscosity?

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Viscosity is a measure of a fluid's resistance to flow.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a substance to be deformed or shaped under pressure.