Plasma is one of the four fundamental states of matter, alongside solid, liquid, and gas. It is created when gas particles gain enough energy to become electrically charged, forming a mixture of free electrons and ions. Because of this charge, plasma conducts electricity and responds strongly to magnetic fields. It is found naturally in stars, including the Sun, where extreme heat turns gases into plasma. Lightning, auroras, and solar winds are also examples of plasma. In daily life, plasma is used in fluorescent lights, plasma TVs, and industrial cutting tools. Scientists study plasma to develop fusion energy, a clean future power source.

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