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Properties of the different states of matter can be explained in terms of the motion and arrangement of particles (ACSSU151)

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  • explaining why a model for the structure of matter is needed
  • modelling the arrangement of particles in solids, liquids and gases
  • using the particle model to explain observed phenomena linking the energy of particles to temperature changes
ScOT terms

States of matter,  Properties of matter,  Molecular motion

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Conduction of heat in solids

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Types of matter: solids, liquids and gases: assessment

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Properties and behaviour of gases

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Interpreting changes of state: heating

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Changes of state: solid to gas

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Changes of state: liquid to gas

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Matter and evaporation: solid to liquid

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