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state of matter
shape - is it definite (constant)?
volume - is it definite (constant)?
relative space between atoms
relative attraction between the atoms
describe the motion of the atoms
relative kinetic energy of the atoms
states to be compared
solid
liquid
gas
Solids have definite shape and volume, with closely - packed atoms having strong attraction, vibrating in place and low kinetic energy. Liquids have no definite shape but definite volume, with atoms having moderate space and attraction, moving more freely than solids and having moderate kinetic energy. Gases have no definite shape or volume, with widely - spaced atoms having weak attraction, moving randomly and having high kinetic energy.
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| State of Matter | Solid | Liquid | Gas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volume - is it definite (constant)? | Yes | Yes | No |
| Relative space between atoms | Small | Moderate | Large |
| Relative attraction between the atoms | Strong | Moderate | Weak |
| Describe the motion of the atoms | Vibrate in place | Move more freely | Move randomly |
| Relative kinetic energy of the atoms | Low | Moderate | High |