States of Matter

Start off class by simulating gases, liquids, and solids with a fun kinesthetic activity and then send your class off to create posters and complete stations that correspond with multiple intelligences. This is an interactive plan that...

Young scientists get to the heart of the matter as they complete this learning exercise on the properties of solids, liquids, and gases.

Solids, liquids, gasses oh my!  Young scientists will be amazed when they try this experiment, which uses dry ice to discover the states of matter through sublimation.  

The three states of matter are the focus of this chemistry video. Sal uses the example of a water molecule, and explains in great detail what forces are present to make that molecule change back and forth between a liquid, a solid, and a...

Characteristics of each state of matter are listed, the formulas for heating water are detailed, and values for boiling and heat of vaporization are presented. This simple slide show provides direct instruction as well as practice...

Learn all about the fourth state of matter: plasma! What is plasma anyway? Plasma is what occurs when matter has been heated to an extreme state. Watch this well done clip and find out how it works, what it is, and how it's used. A great...

There are 16 types of water ice that are made at varying temperatures and pressures, which change the structure of their crystals. Participants see how atoms and molecules change state of matter when heat and cold are added to a system....

Water is the only molecule on Earth that can naturally exist in all three states of matter. The interactive simulation shows different molecules changing states of matter with the addition or removal of heat. Learners then see how...

Technically, the glass can never be half full. It is always full of matter whether liquid or gas. Your middle school scientists will be able to grasp this concept after viewing a presentation that covers solids, liquids, and gases as...

Dr. Carlson describes the states of matter with the help of an ice cube, cup of water, and steam. He shows us how energy, such as heat, can change the state of matter. This clip uses scientific experimentation and academic language to...