States of Matter

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What is the definition of a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a definite shape and volume.

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What is the definition of 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.

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What is the definition of a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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What is sublimation?

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Sublimation is the phase change in which a solid changes directly into a vapor without becoming a liquid.

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What is melting?

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Melting is the phase change from solid to liquid.

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What is freezing?

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Freezing is the phase change from liquid to solid.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the phase change from gas to liquid.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is a state of matter where gas is energized until atomic electrons are no longer associated with the nucleus.

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What happens to the particles in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What happens to the particles in a liquid?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can move past one another, allowing liquids to flow.