Properties of the different states of matter
2 marks · NormalState the three main states of matter found on Earth and for each one give one property that distinguishes it from the other two.
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Must show: names of three states; one correct distinguishing property for each
Common mistakes: Repeating the same property for more than one state
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Marking points
B1 · 1 mark · Names all three states (solid, liquid, gas).
B2 · 1 mark · Gives one valid, distinguishing property for each state.
Worked solution
The three main states of matter are: solid (has a fixed shape), liquid (can flow and takes shape of container), gas (can be compressed and expands to fill all available space).