Matter and energy

6.6(A)

Solids, Liquids, and Gases Compared

Compare solids, liquids, and gases in terms of their structure, shape, volume, and kinetic energy of atoms and molecules.

Part of The student knows that matter is made of atoms, can be classified according to its properties, and can undergo changes

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Comparing States of Matter

Everything around you is made of tiny particles called atoms and molecules that never stop moving. This lesson compares solids, liquids, and gases by looking at how their particles are arranged, whether they keep their shape and volume, and how much they move.