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Everything around us whether it is visible or invisible (gases) are matters in different forms. Matter can conventionally be found in one of the three stages of solid, liquid or gases. The word Matter has several meanings. Scientifically, the matter is anything that occupies space and has mass. The matter is comprised of small particles called atoms and molecules (groups of items). Atoms are the smallest unit of matter. Three different types of matter can easily be understood with the example of water because water is the only common substance that is naturally found as a solid, liquid, or gas. Particles of matter don't change. They have similar quantities of protons and electrons in all the states.  States of Matter 1.  Solid In a solid-state, atoms of matter are stuffed together so firmly that they can't move. This is the reason solids are so hard. 2. Liquid In most liquids, the atoms are less densely packed, allowing them to move around. The particle...

1. Hurricanes are the intense storms that cause downpour and strong winds happen all around. 2. Hurricanes are widely known as Tropical Cyclones. In some geographical areas, it is known to be cyclones or typhoons.  3. Hurricanes happen when the hot tropical water of the sea rises up to be replaced by cooler air. The cooler air will then warm and start to rise. The cycle continues to happen. If there is enough warm water.   4. The hurricane season begins from June till November every year in the Caribbean and the Atlantic Ocean. 5. The speed of a hurricane varies from 74 miles per hour to 155 miles per hour.  6. The area of a hurricane where the heavy clouds are found is called Eye Wall. This is a very dangerous area where the heavy clouds are found and the wind's speed is also the highest. 7. The Hurricanes' rainbands cause a downpour. When it teaches the land it is devastating, causing flood with strong winds all around. 8. A powerful hurricane can...