(Q1) Properties of solids, liquids, and gases

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Solids have...

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definite shape.

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The particles in a solid...

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vibrate in place.

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The particles in a gas...

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move around in all directions and have lots of empty space between them.

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Liquids have...

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definite volume.

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Gases have...

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indefinite shape.

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What is the state of matter with a definite shape and volume?

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Solid.

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What is the state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

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Liquid.

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What is the state of matter that has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume?

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Gas.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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They move around but stay close together.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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They vibrate in place.