Solids, liquids and gases. In a solid like this brick, the particles are regularly arranged touching their neighbours and move only by vibrating. This explains why solids have a fixed shape. In a ...

This corralled supercooled liquid relies on the surprising property that some atoms in a liquid remain stationary regardless ...

Although the three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas, not all substances seem to fit perfectly into one of these groups. Take a look at the substance below and see if you can decide whether ...

Before scientists discovered the new state of matter last week, we were basically all used to just three states of matter. After all, during our daily lives we encounter some variety of solids, ...

Conduct investigations to identify characteristics of gases, and learn about the gases that make up our atmosphere. Explore features of solids, liquids, and gases while noticing that substances can ...

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