See the Four States of Matter in Welding!

A welder wields a plasma torch to cut solid metal like a hot knife through butter. It's one-stop shopping to see all four states of matter.

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Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators , Students , Parents

Keywords: states of matter, torch, metal, gas, liquid, solid, plasma, FSU, plasma torch, arc gap, plasma column, kerf, radiation, safety

Instructional Component Type(s): Perspectives Video: Professional/Enthusiast

Resource Collection: CPALMS Perspectives Videos - General

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