Particle Nature of Matter

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What are the three primary states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is the definition of matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and occupies space.

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What is the particle theory of matter?

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The particle theory of matter states that all matter is made up of tiny particles that are in constant motion.

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How do particles behave in a solid state?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in fixed positions.

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How do particles behave in a liquid state?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can move past one another, allowing liquids to flow.

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How do particles behave in a gas state?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely, filling the shape of their container.

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What happens to the volume of a substance when it changes from a liquid to a gas?

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The volume increases as the particles move further apart.

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What is the significance of particle spacing in matter?

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Particle spacing determines the state of matter and its properties, such as density and compressibility.

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What is an example of a substance that can exist in all three states of matter?

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Water (H2O) can exist as ice (solid), liquid water, and steam (gas).

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What is the concept of density in relation to matter?

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Density is the mass of a substance per unit volume, which varies between different states of matter.