States of Matter Challenge
A randomised Year 8 challenge where students identify particle diagrams, predict the effect of heating and cooling, distinguish melting from boiling, and correct common…
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States of Matter Investigation
A guided Year 8 investigation into solids, liquids and gases using particle arrangement, particle motion and energy. Students compare states, observe heating and phase changes, and explain melting, boiling and gas behaviour using the particle model.
Years 7–8Guided investigationStates of Matter
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