Phases of Matter

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What is Matter?

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Anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is Volume?

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The amount of space taken up by an object.

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What phase of matter has a definite shape and volume?

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Solid

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Which phase of matter has no definite shape but has a definite volume?

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Liquid

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Which phase of matter has no definite shape and no definite volume?

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Gas

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What do liquids and gases have in common?

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They both take the shape of their container.

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What is the main characteristic of solids?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume.

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What is the main characteristic of gases?

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Gases have no definite shape and no definite volume.

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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 close together but can move past each other.