States of Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space. Everything around us is made of matter.

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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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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a definite shape and volume. Examples include a book, a chair, and ice.

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What is 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. Examples include water, milk, and juice.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that has no definite shape or volume. It expands to fill its container. Examples include air and helium.

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What happens to the particles in a solid?

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In a solid, the particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place, giving it a fixed shape.

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What happens to the particles in a liquid?

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In a liquid, the particles are close together but can move past each other, allowing the liquid to flow.

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What happens to the particles in a gas?

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In a gas, the particles are far apart and move freely, allowing the gas to fill any space.

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Can matter change from one state to another?

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Yes, matter can change from one state to another through processes like melting, freezing, condensation, and evaporation.

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What is melting?

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Melting is the process where a solid turns into a liquid when it is heated.