States of Matter

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter where molecules are tightly packed together, have a definite shape, and vibrate in place.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container. Molecules are close together but can move past one another.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that has no definite shape or volume. Molecules are far apart and move freely.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is a state of matter similar to gas but consists of charged particles and is found in stars, including the sun.

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What happens to particles when temperature increases?

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When temperature increases, particles speed up and move farther apart.

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What happens to particles when temperature decreases?

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When temperature decreases, particles slow down and move closer together.

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What is the main difference between solids and liquids?

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The main difference is that solids have a definite shape, while liquids take the shape of their container.

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What is the main difference between liquids and gases?

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Liquids have a definite volume but no definite shape, while gases have neither a definite shape nor a definite volume.

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What are atoms?

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Atoms are the basic building blocks of matter, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What are molecules?

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Molecules are groups of two or more atoms bonded together, representing the smallest unit of a chemical compound.