States of Matter Review

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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What is a solid?

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A state of matter with a fixed shape and volume, where particles are closely packed and vibrate in place.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that has a fixed volume but takes the shape of its container, with particles that are close together but can move around.

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter that has no fixed shape or volume, with particles that are far apart and move freely.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles do not move around much; they vibrate in place.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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Particles are close together but can slide past one another, allowing liquids to flow.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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Particles are far apart and move freely, filling the entire space available.

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What happens to the particles in a solid when heated?

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They gain energy, vibrate more, and may eventually change to a liquid.

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What happens to the particles in a liquid when heated?

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They gain energy, move faster, and may eventually change to a gas.

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What is the process of a solid turning into a liquid called?

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Melting.