States of Matter Flashcard

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout. An example is lemonade.

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What forces does Martin work against when pushing a box up a ramp?

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Martin works against friction and gravity when pushing a box up a ramp.

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What should you do if you do not understand a lab procedure?

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You should ask the instructor before proceeding.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment measuring fuel efficiency?

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The independent variable is the type of fuel used.

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Why do bubbles rise to the top in water?

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Bubbles rise because they are less dense than the water.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three main states of matter?

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

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How does temperature affect the state of matter?

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Increasing temperature can change a solid to a liquid (melting) or a liquid to a gas (evaporation).

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume.

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What happens to the particles in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.