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The Kinetic Theory of Matter
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The Kinetic Theory of Matter states that matter is composed of a large number of small particles—individual atoms or molecules—that are in constant motion.
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pressure
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the force exerted on a surface divided by the total area over which the force is exerted
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thermal expansion
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the expansion of matter when it is heated
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Boyle's Law
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A principle that describes the relationship between the pressure and volume of a gas at constant temperature
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Charles' Law
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A principle that describes the relationship between the temperature and volume of a gas at constant pressure
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solid
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state of matter that has a definite shape and a definite volume
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gas
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state of matter with no definite shape or volume
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liquid
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a state of matter that no definite shape but has a definite volume
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