States of Matter

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is the defining characteristic of a solid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume.

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NGSS.5-PS1-3

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What is the defining characteristic of a liquid?

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A liquid has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the defining characteristic of a gas?

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A gas has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What happens to the particles in a solid?

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

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What happens to the particles in a gas?

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The particles are far apart and move freely, filling the available space.

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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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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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

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Vaporization.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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

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Condensation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4