States of Matter: Solids, Liquids, Gases
Introducing the three basic states of matter and their observable characteristics.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between the characteristics of a solid, a liquid, and a gas.
- Analyze everyday examples of each state of matter.
- Construct a simple model to represent the particles in each state of matter.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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