States of Matter

Watch different types of molecules form a solid, liquid, or gas. Add or remove heat and watch the phase change. Change the temperature or volume of a container and see a pressure-temperature diagram respond in real time.
Resource ID#: 13539 Type: Virtual Manipulative
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Direct Link: http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/states-of-matter

General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Students
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Java Plugin
Instructional Time: 25 Minute(s)
Keywords: Solid, Liquid, Gas, Heat, Molecules, Simulation
Instructional Component Type(s): Virtual Manipulative
Resource Collection: iCPALMS

Aligned Standards

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Aligned Access Points

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SC.912.P.8.In.1
Classify states of matter as solid, liquid, and gaseous.

SC.912.P.10.In.3
Relate the transfer of heat to the states of matter, including gases result from heating, liquids result from cooling a gas, and solids result from further cooling a liquid.

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