Solids, Liquids, Gases

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is a solid?

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A state of matter that has a definite size and shape.

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter that has a definite size but takes the shape of its container.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is a gas?

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A state of matter that does not have a definite size or shape.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What happens to a solid when it melts?

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It changes into a liquid.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is an example of a gas?

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Air, helium, or the bubbles in a carbonated drink.

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

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Evaporation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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

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Condensation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the process of a solid turning directly into a gas called?

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Sublimation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the process of a gas turning directly into a solid called?

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Deposition.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4