Properties of Matter

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What are solids?

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Solids are a phase of matter where molecules are packed closely together and hardly move. They have a definite shape and volume.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What are liquids?

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Liquids are a phase of matter that have a definite volume but no definite shape. They take the shape of their container.

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What are gases?

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Gases are a phase of matter that have no definite shape and no definite volume. They expand to fill their container.

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What is the definition of matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.

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What is a plasma?

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Plasma is a state of matter similar to gas but with charged particles. It conducts electricity and is found in stars.

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What does it mean for a substance to have a definite shape?

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A substance with a definite shape maintains its form and does not change shape unless acted upon by an external force.

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What does it mean for a substance to have a definite volume?

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A substance with a definite volume maintains the same amount of space it occupies, regardless of the shape of its container.

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Can atoms change form?

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Yes, atoms can change form through chemical reactions, where they rearrange to form new substances.

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What is the molecular arrangement in solids?

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In solids, molecules are tightly packed together in a fixed arrangement.