Unit 1: 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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Solid, Liquid, 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.

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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.

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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 and expands to fill its container.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity or heat to pass through easily.

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What is a conductor?

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

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Which material is a good insulator of electricity?

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Materials like rubber, glass, and plastic are good insulators.

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Which material is a good conductor of electricity?

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Materials like copper and aluminum are good conductors.

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What does soluble mean?

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Soluble means a substance can dissolve in a liquid.