Gases
Definition
Gases are one of the four fundamental states of matter. They have neither a defined shape nor volume, and they expand to fill any space available to them.
Analogy
Think of gases like a group of hyperactive kids in an open playground. They run around freely, occupying all the available space without any specific pattern or order.
Related terms
Molecules: These are two or more atoms bonded together. In gases, these molecules move freely and independently.
Pressure: This is the force exerted by gas per unit area on its container's walls. It's like how much those hyperactive kids push against the playground boundaries.
Volume: The amount of space that a substance or object occupies. For our playful kids (gases), this would be the entire playground they're running around in.
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- What conditions will cause gases to deviate from "ideal" behavior?
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