5.4 Matter

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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 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 has a definite shape and a definite volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

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What is a gas?

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A gas has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a type of mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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What happens to sugar when it dissolves in water?

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When sugar dissolves in water, it breaks down into smaller particles and spreads evenly throughout the liquid.

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What is the boiling point of water?

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The boiling point of water is 100 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit) at sea level.

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What is the freezing point of water?

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The freezing point of water is 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit).