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Matter Worksheet
1. What are the three common states of matter found on earth AND give an example of each:
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2. Describe the movement of molecules in each of these states:
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3. Generally, how does density relate to thermal energy?
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4. How AND why is water an exception to this rule?
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5. What is the fourth state of matter and where is it found?
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6. Describe this state of matter.
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7. Describe the movement of molecules as an icecube melts from a solid to a liquid and then to a gas.
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8. For each of the common three states of matter, list examples found in this room. Be sure to fill in all of the blanks.