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Lesson 73 of 84 ยท Chemical Reactions

Experiment

States of Matter: Gas All Around Us (Part 3)

What You'll Learn

When matter changes state, its particles move differently. Heating a solid makes particles vibrate faster until they break free and become a liquid, then a gas.

Key Words

  • proton
  • neutron

Materials Needed

  • sugar
  • vinegar
  • baking soda
  • cups
  • spoons
  • food coloring

Safety First

  • Clean up spills immediately to prevent slipping.
  • Use materials only as directed in the experiment.
  • Keep small objects away from young children.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read and learn: When matter changes state, its particles move differently. Heating a solid makes particles vibrate faster until they break free and become a liquid, then a gas.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Build your model using the materials provided.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Use your senses (except taste) to describe what you notice.

Step 4 โ€” Record

Write a summary of your findings in 3-5 sentences.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What happens to particle motion when matter is heated?