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6.6 B Comparing solids, liquids, and gases
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Atom | The basic unit of matter that cannot be broken down further by chemical means. |
| Gas | A state of matter that has a nonrigid structure, no definite shape, and no definite volume; It's particles have enough kinetic energy to move freely and independently. |
| Kinetic Energy | The energy of motion. |
| Liquid | A state of matter that has a nonrigid structure , no definite shape, and a definite volume; It's particles have only enough kinetic energy to slide past each other. |
| Molecule | A particle composed of two or more atoms joined together. |
| Shape | A form of a substance. |
| Solid | A state of matter that has a rigid structure, a definite shape, and a definite volume; It's particles have only enough kinetic energy to vibrate in place. |
| Structure | The arrangement of particles in a substance. |
| Volume | The amount of three-dimensional space a substance occupies. |