Properties of Matter

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Which state of matter takes the shape of its container?

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Liquids take the shape of their container.

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What are the 3 states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solids, liquids, and gases.

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Energy that causes a transfer of heat between materials is called...?

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Thermal energy is the energy that causes heat transfer.

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Which of the following would be an insulator?

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Styrofoam is an insulator.

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Which physical property describes how an object feels when touched?

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Texture describes how an object feels when touched.

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What is the state of matter that has a definite shape and volume?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume.

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What is the state of matter that has no definite shape but has a definite volume?

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Liquids have no definite shape but have a definite volume.

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What is the state of matter that has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume?

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Gases have neither a definite shape nor a definite volume.

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

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Melting is the process when a solid turns into a liquid.

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

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