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Exploring The Phases of Matter

Plasma

What is Plasma?

Plasma is a gas where some atoms have had their electrons removed. It conducts electricity and responds to magnetic fields.

Key Properties

  • Conducts electricity
  • Responds to magnetic fields
  • No fixed shape or volume
Plasma ball

Where to Find Plasma

Stars

Our Sun is made of plasma

Northern Lights

Aurora in the sky

Examples

Neon Signs

Neon Signs

Plasma in a tube

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