Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science practice
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MCQ
Type
cambridge_mcq
Style
Topic
Solids, liquids and gases
Exam-style question
What happens to the particles in a solid when it is heated?.
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Method
In this experiment, a solid substance is heated gradually until it melts. The temperature is recorded at which the solid begins to turn into liquid.
| Temperature (°C) | State |
|---|---|
| 0 | Solid |
| 10 | Solid |
| 20 | Solid |
| 30 | Solid |
| 40 | Liquid |
| 50 | Liquid |
State Identify the independent variable in this experiment.
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