kinetic theory

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What does the kinetic theory of matter state about particles?

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Particles are always in motion.

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What is the state of matter that has no definite shape or volume?

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Gas

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What happens to the air inside a hot air balloon when it is heated?

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The air expands.

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If an object's particles are moving very quickly, what can be inferred about its temperature?

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The object's temperature is probably hot.

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If an object's particles are moving very slowly, what can be inferred about its temperature?

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The object's temperature is probably cold.

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What is the relationship between particle movement and temperature in gases?

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In gases, higher particle movement typically indicates a higher temperature.

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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How does temperature affect the movement of particles in a substance?

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As temperature increases, particle movement increases.

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What is the effect of pressure on gas particles according to the kinetic theory?

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Increasing pressure compresses gas particles, reducing their volume.

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What happens to the speed of gas particles when the temperature decreases?

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The speed of gas particles decreases.

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