Properties of Matter

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What is density?

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Density is a physical property that describes how tightly packed molecules are in a substance. It is calculated using the formula Density = Mass/Volume.

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What type of matter changes in both shape and volume?

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Gas is the type of matter that changes in both shape and volume.

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What type of matter takes the shape of its container and has a definite volume?

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Liquid takes the shape of its container and has a definite volume.

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What is the term for vaporization that occurs throughout a liquid?

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Boiling is the term for vaporization that occurs throughout a liquid.

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What type of matter has a definite shape and volume?

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Solid has a definite shape and volume.

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What is the definition of a solid?

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

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What is the definition of a liquid?

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

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What is the definition of a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that changes in both shape and volume.

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What is the boiling point?

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The boiling point is the temperature at which a liquid turns into a gas.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which molecules at the surface of a liquid gain enough energy to enter the gas phase.

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