state of matter

state of matter
Any of the different phases of matter whose properties are dependent on the motions and forces of the molecules of which they are composed

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  • state of matter — (Chemistry) fundamental condition of matter, condition of matter (such as solid, liquid and gas) …   English contemporary dictionary

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  • Matter — • Taking the term in its widest sense, matter signifies that out of which anything is made or composed Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin Knight. 2006. Matter     Matter      …   Catholic encyclopedia

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