S5P1b States of Matter

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a form of matter that has a definite shape and takes up a definite amount of space (volume).

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a form of matter that takes the shape of its container and has a definite volume.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a form of matter that does not have a definite shape or volume. It expands to fill its container.

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What happens to particles when matter is heated?

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When matter is heated, the particles speed up and move farther apart.

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What is freezing?

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Freezing is the process of changing from a liquid to a solid.

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What is boiling?

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Boiling is the process of changing from a liquid to a gas.

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What is melting?

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Melting is the process of changing from a solid to a liquid.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process of changing from a gas to a liquid.

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What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume, while a liquid takes the shape of its container but has a definite volume.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is ice.