States of Matter Review

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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What is a solid?

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A state of matter that has a fixed shape and volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that has a fixed volume but takes the shape of its container.

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter that has no fixed shape or volume and can be compressed.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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Particles are less closely packed than in solids and can move around each other.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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Particles are far apart and move freely and quickly.

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What happens to the shape of a liquid when poured into a different container?

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It takes the shape of the new container.

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Can gases be compressed?

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Yes, gases can be compressed because their particles are far apart.

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What is an example of a solid?

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Sugar, ice, or a rock.