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Which of the following materials is NOT a solid?

Paper
Bricks
Metal
Water (correct)

What holds the particles together in a solid?

Forces of attraction (correct)
Heat energy
Vibration
Gaps between particles

How do the particles in a solid move?

They expand
They flow freely
They move randomly
They vibrate about a fixed position (correct)

What happens to solids when they are heated?

They expand (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of liquids?

Particles can flow and be poured (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, which state of matter has particles that are widely spaced and can be easily compressed?

Gas (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, why are gases easily compressed?

The particles in gases have a lot of energy (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are models used for in science?

To explain scientific concepts (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the particle model of matter?

A representation of atoms, molecules, or ions (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is shear-thickening liquid?

A liquid that can be slowly poured but acts like a solid if quickly struck (D) Signup and view all the answers

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