Exploring States of Matter

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What is a solid?

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A state of matter where particles are very close together and vibrate in place.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that can flow and takes the shape of its container.

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter where particles move freely and spread out to fill a container.

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What is an example of a solid?

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Ice is an example of a solid.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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Water is an example of a liquid.

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What is an example of a gas?

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Air is an example of a gas.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles in a solid are very close together and vibrate in place.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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Particles in a liquid are close together but can move around each other.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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Particles in a gas are far apart and move freely.

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What state of matter is milk?

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Milk is a liquid.