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States of matter, kinetic theory and gas behaviour

Bonding, structure and materials · Lesson 4 of 5

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Lesson 4 of 5 · Bonding, structure and materials

States of matter, kinetic theory and gas behaviour

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By the end you’ll be able to

describe the arrangement, movement and relative energy of particles in solids, liquids and gases
explain changes of state in terms of energy transfers and changes in particle motion, including melting, freezing, boiling, condensing and sublimation where specified
use kinetic theory to explain gas pressure as the result of particles colliding with the walls of a container

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interpret diagrams, graphs or practical situations involving changes of state, heating and cooling, or gas pressure

apply the particle model to explain diffusion in gases and liquids where required by the specification

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