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Define phase of matter.

A phase can be defined as a homogeneous portion of a system that has uniform physical and chemical characteristics.

List the phases (states) of matter.

Solid, Liquid, Gas, Plasma

Explain the characteristics of a solid.

A solid has a definite volume and shape. Particles within a solid are packed very close together in an ordered arrangement, resulting in a definite shape and volume due to strong forces of attraction between its constituent particles.

Describe the characteristics of a liquid.

Liquids have a definite volume but no definite shape. They take the shape of the container in which they are placed due to relatively weaker force of attraction among its particles. Signup and view all the answers

What is a phase diagram used for?

A phase diagram is used to show the different phases of matter under varying conditions of temperature and pressure. Signup and view all the answers

Define phase of matter.

A phase can be defined as a homogeneous portion of a system that has uniform physical and chemical characteristics. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four phases (states) of matter?

Solid, Liquid, Gas, Plasma Signup and view all the answers

Explain the characteristics of a solid.

A solid has a definite volume and shape. Particles within a solid are packed very close together in an ordered arrangement due to strong forces of attraction. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the characteristics of a liquid.

Liquids have a definite volume but no definite shape. They take the shape of the container in which they are placed due to relatively weaker force of attraction among particles. Signup and view all the answers

What are phase changes and how do they occur?

Phase changes are transitions between different phases of matter, such as solid to liquid or gas to liquid. They occur due to changes in temperature and pressure. Signup and view all the answers

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