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  • Steam vs. Water: Understanding Their Chemical Composition & Physical States
    Yes, steam and water contain the same chemical material: H₂O, which is the chemical formula for water.

    However, they are in different physical states:

    * Water is in its liquid state.

    * Steam is in its gaseous state.

    The difference lies in the arrangement and movement of the water molecules:

    * In liquid water, the molecules are close together and can move around each other.

    * In steam, the molecules are far apart and move freely.

    So, while steam and water have the same chemical composition, the physical state affects their properties and how they behave.

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