States of Matter: Particles

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas

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How are particles arranged in a solid?

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Particles are closely packed together in a fixed position.

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How are particles arranged in a liquid?

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Particles are close together but can move past one another.

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How are particles arranged in a gas?

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Particles are far apart and move freely.

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What is a characteristic of solids?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume.

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What is a characteristic of liquids?

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Liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

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What is a characteristic of gases?

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Gases have neither a definite shape nor a definite volume.

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What happens to the particles in a solid when it is heated?

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The particles gain energy and vibrate more, potentially changing to a liquid.

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What happens to the particles in a liquid when it is cooled?

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The particles lose energy and may slow down, potentially changing to a solid.

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What is the process called when a solid turns into a liquid?

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Melting.