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The primary states of matter—solid, liquid, and gas—exhibit distinct properties, which we have explored in this post. Now, let’s revisit the properties of gases. We previously established that “Gases have indefinite shapes and volumes but definite mass.” While we explained why gases have indefinite shapes and volumes, we only briefly mentioned that they have definite … Read more

In this post, we learned that matter exists in three main states depending on environmental conditions like temperature or pressure: solid, liquid, and gaseous states. We also discovered that these three states are not the only ones in which matter can exist; there are also the 4th and 5th states of matter (see previous post). … Read more

In the previous post, we discussed the three primary or conventional states of matter: solid, liquid, and gaseous states. We mentioned that these are not the only states of matter and promised to reveal the other two most important states of matter in chemistry: the 4th and 5th states of matter, plasma and Bose-Einstein condensate … Read more

The kinetic theory of matter is a scientific concept that is often used to understand the behavior of matter, especially with respect to the motion of its constituent particles. According to the theory, matter is composed of particles that are in a continuous state of motion. Due to this motion, the particles possess kinetic energy. … Read more

In our definition of chemistry, we stated that: Now there is another important aspect of matter that you need to know: all forms of matter have two properties in common: they occupy space and have mass.   Mass is the measure of the quantity of matter in an object. In other words, it is what … Read more

In our daily routines, we often rely on water, soap, body lotions, shampoos, and plastic combs to maintain hygiene. We also consume essentials like bread, vegetables, fruits, milk, tea, porridge, sugar, and honey, among other foods. Have you ever paused to consider how these necessities are obtained? And have you wondered how our lives would … Read more

Generally, we study science to better understand our environment and the world around us. All our knowledge about our planet, including how our bodies function, the food we eat, the reproduction of plants and animals, how smartphones and computers work, and the products made in factories among other things, is derived from science. In schools … Read more