# States of matter and the kinetic molecular theory notes

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- [States of matter and heating/cooling curves](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-10/physical-sciences/notes/states-of-matter-and-the-kinetic-molecular-theory/states-of-matter-and-heatingcooling-curves) — States of Matter and Heating/Cooling Curves Matter exists in three main states: solid, liquid and gas. The kinetic molecular theory explains why matter behaves differently in each state and how…
- [Properties and classification of matter](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-10/physical-sciences/notes/states-of-matter-and-the-kinetic-molecular-theory/properties-and-classification-of-matter) — Properties and Classification of Matter Everything around you, from the air you breathe to the phone in your hand, is made of matter. Understanding how matter is classified and what properties it has…

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