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Matter Concept Map for Science Revision

See how matter splits into states, particles and changes of state. Then build your own map from class notes, a PDF or slides.

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What you get
Interactive mind maps of the main ideas and how they connect. Free: overview maps (detailed maps on your first 3 creations). Plus: detailed maps with supporting concepts.
Exports
Your first PDF or PNG export is free; Plus exports anytime.
Price
Free plan: 5 creations a week, up to 3 a day. Plus: $9.99/month or $99.90/year (USD; local prices at checkout).
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What you can upload
PDF, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), plain text or Markdown, and images (PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF), or type a topic. One file per creation on the free plan; several at once on Plus.

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Build Your Matter Map Fast

Turn your textbook chapter or lesson slides into a clear map of states of matter.

Map from your own notes

Upload a PDF, Word file, PowerPoint or text notes, and the AI extracts the key ideas about matter.

Expandable state branches

Open any branch, such as particle arrangement or changes of state, to add detail with AI.

Quiz and flashcards

Turn the finished map into a quiz, or make flashcards from the same notes to test recall.

How to Make a Matter Concept Map

Three steps from your notes to a study map you can test yourself with.

  1. 1

    Add your material

    Upload your chapter, slides or notes, or simply type the topic Matter.

  2. 2

    AI builds the map

    The AI groups the content into states, particle models and changes of state.

  3. 3

    Study, expand and quiz

    Expand weak branches, edit wording, export a PNG or PDF, or turn the map into a quiz.

Understanding the Matter Concept Map

A matter concept map shows what matter is and how it is classified. Matter is anything with mass that takes up space. The map usually starts with states of matter: solid, liquid, gas and plasma. Each state is linked to its particle arrangement, its energy and its properties. Connecting branches show how matter moves between states through changes of state.

  • States of matter: solid, liquid, gas and plasma, with their key features
  • Particle model: how particles are arranged, move and attract each other
  • Changes of state: melting, freezing, evaporation, condensation and sublimation
  • Properties: shape, volume, compressibility and density for each state

Use the map to check each state and its changes before a test. Build a personalized matter map with CogniGuide from your own class notes.

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Matter Concept Map Questions

Common questions about matter maps and how to make your own.

What are the main states of matter?

The main states are solid, liquid and gas. Plasma is a fourth state found at very high temperatures, such as in stars and lightning. Each state differs in how tightly its particles are packed and how freely they move.

What is sublimation?

Sublimation is the change of a substance directly from solid to gas without passing through the liquid state. Dry ice turning into carbon dioxide gas is a common example.

Which files can I use to make a matter map?

You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown files, or an image. You can also just type the topic and the AI will build a starting map.

Can I turn my matter map into a quiz?

Yes. CogniGuide can turn a finished map into a quiz to test yourself, and it can also make flashcards from the same notes. A free plan with 5 creations a week is available.