Properties of 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 volume, and its molecules are tightly packed.

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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, with molecules that are close together but can move past each other.

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What is a gas?

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A gas has no definite shape or volume, and its molecules are far apart and move freely.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume, often expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a change that affects one or more physical properties of a substance without altering its chemical composition.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change occurs when a substance transforms into a different substance with different properties.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not conduct heat or electricity well.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows heat or electricity to flow through it easily.