states of matter

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas

Front

How are the particles in a solid arranged?

Back

The particles are closest together and fixed in place.

Front

What is the arrangement of particles in a liquid?

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The particles are close together but can move past one another.

Front

How do gas particles behave?

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Gas particles are far apart and move freely.

Front

What is the state of matter of water at room temperature?

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Liquid

Front

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

Back

The particles vibrate faster and may eventually change to a liquid.

Front

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

Back

Melting

Front

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

Back

Evaporation or boiling.

Front

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

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is the state of matter of ice?

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Solid