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Lesson 68 of 84 · Matter
ExperimentDistillation: Separating Liquids (Part 2)
What You'll Learn
Matter exists in three common states: solid, liquid, and gas. Solids have a fixed shape and volume, liquids have a fixed volume but take the shape of their container, and gases fill any container.
Key Words
- solid
- liquid
Materials Needed
- plastic bottles
- balloons
- measuring cups
Safety First
- Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.
- Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.
- Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: Matter exists in three common states: solid, liquid, and gas. Solids have a fixed shape and volume, liquids have a fixed volume but take the shape of their container, and gases fill any container.
Step 2 — Do
Gather your materials and set up your workspace.
Step 3 — Observe
Draw a picture of what you observe.
Step 4 — Record
Answer the questions based on your data.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What happens to particle motion when matter is heated?