Conservation of Matter

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What is a state (of matter)?

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A state of matter is a form that matter can exist in, such as solid, liquid, or gas.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that takes up space and has weight.

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What is a chemical change?

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A chemical change is an irreversible change that creates a new substance.

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What happens to water when it is boiled?

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When water is boiled, it changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor).

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What is a physical change?

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A physical change is a reversible change that does not create a new substance.

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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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Can matter change from one state to another?

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Yes, matter can change from one state to another through processes like melting, freezing, boiling, and condensing.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is ice.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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An example of a liquid is water.

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What is an example of a gas?

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An example of a gas is water vapor.