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  • Deposition: Understanding the Gas-to-Solid Phase Change
    The phase shift from gas to solid form is called deposition. It's the opposite of sublimation, where a solid directly turns into a gas.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Gas: Molecules are far apart and move freely.

    * Solid: Molecules are tightly packed and vibrate in fixed positions.

    During deposition, gas molecules lose energy, slow down, and become tightly packed together, forming a solid.

    Example: Frost forming on a cold window is an example of water vapor (gas) depositing directly into ice (solid).

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