States of Matter

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Young people intuitively understand that matter takes different forms – water, for example, can be liquid, solid ice, or gaseous steam. This book will give readers a deeper underst anding of the different states of matter. Through colorful photographs and lively discussions of familiar materials, readers will be drawn in to learn about matter’s many forms. Topics include• understanding matter, mass, volume, and density• differences between solids, liquids, and gases• how matter passes from one state to another• properties of matter, such as hardness and viscosity.Teacher’s guide available. Show more