Properties of Matter

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What is mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object. It tells us how heavy something is.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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How are particles arranged in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are tightly packed together and have a fixed shape.

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How are particles arranged in a liquid?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can move around, allowing the liquid to take the shape of its container.

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How are particles arranged in a gas?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely, filling the entire space available.

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What is a characteristic of solids?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume.

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What is a characteristic of liquids?

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Liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

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What is a characteristic of gases?

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Gases have no definite shape or volume and expand to fill their container.

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Can matter change states?

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Yes, matter can change from one state to another, such as from solid to liquid when heated.

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What happens to the particles of a solid when it melts?

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When a solid melts, its particles gain energy and begin to move more freely, turning into a liquid.

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