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Matter and Energy - Theory & Concepts - States Of Matter

Fundamental concepts of matter, its classification, physical and chemical properties, and the laws of conservation governing energy and mass.

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States of Matter

Observe how temperature affects particle motion and the arrangement of matter.

Low (Solid)High (Gas)

solid State Properties:

  • Fixed shape and volume.
  • Particles closely packed in a rigid lattice.
  • Low kinetic energy; particles vibrate in place.
T = 50 K (Relative)