(Q1) Properties of solids, liquids, and gases

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What is the volume of gases?

Back

Gases have an indefinite volume.

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What state of matter is represented by a model showing particles that are close together but can move around?

Back

This model shows a liquid.

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What is the volume of liquids?

Back

Liquids have a definite volume.

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How do particles in a gas behave?

Back

The particles in a gas move around in all directions and have lots of empty space between them.

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How do particles in a liquid behave?

Back

The particles in a liquid move around but stay close together.

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What is the shape of solids?

Back

Solids have a definite shape.

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What is the arrangement of particles in a solid?

Back

Particles in a solid are tightly packed and vibrate in place.

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What happens to the particles in a gas when heated?

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They move faster and spread further apart.

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What happens to the particles in a liquid when heated?

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They move faster and may eventually turn into a gas.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is a state of matter where gas particles are energized to the point that they become charged.