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States of Matter
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Liquid | Matter that has a definite volume but no definite shape. |
| Solid | Matter with a definite shape and volume. |
| Matter | Anything that takes up space and has mass. |
| Gas | Matter that does not have a definite shape or volume. |
| Plasma | Matter that has no definite shape or volume; particles are charged. |
| Energy | The ability to do work or cause change. |
| Freezing | The change from a liquid state to a solid state. |
| Melting | The change from a solid state to a liquid state. |
| Condensation | The change from a gas to a liquid. |
| Vaporization | The change from a liquid to a gas. |
| Sublimation | The change from a solid directly to a gas. |