States Of Matter

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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How do molecules behave in a solid?

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Molecules are tightly packed and vibrate in place.

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How do molecules behave in a liquid?

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Molecules are close together but can move around each other.

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How do molecules behave in a gas?

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Molecules move around freely, are not tightly packed, and have no definite shape or volume.

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What is the definition of sublimation?

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Sublimation is the phase change when a solid turns directly into a gas.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where gas turns into a liquid.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where a liquid turns into a gas.

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What happens during melting?

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Melting is the phase change when a solid turns into a liquid.

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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.