Solids, Liquids, and Gases

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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How do solids differ from liquids?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume, while liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

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

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Melting.

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

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Freezing.

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What is evaporation?

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The process by which a liquid becomes a gas.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which a gas becomes a liquid.

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What is matter?

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Anything that takes up space and has mass.

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

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The particles gain energy and vibrate more, which can lead to melting.

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What happens to the particles in a liquid when it is heated?

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The particles gain energy and move faster, which can lead to evaporation.

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What is the state of matter of water at 0 degrees Celsius?

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It can be both solid (ice) and liquid (water) depending on the conditions.