States of Matter

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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What is a solid?

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

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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What is a gas?

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

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What is the definition of matter?

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Anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is the definition of weight?

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Weight is the force of gravity on an object.

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What is the definition of magnetism?

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A force produced by magnets that pull some metals.

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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 each other.

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What happens to the particles in a gas?

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The particles are far apart and move freely.