Matter - Solid, Liquid, Gas

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that takes up space and has mass. It can be a solid, liquid, or gas.

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a state of matter that has a definite shape and volume. Examples include ice, wood, and rocks.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid is a state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container. Examples include water, juice, and milk.

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a state of matter that has no definite shape or volume. It fills the space of its container. Examples include air and steam.

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What happens when a solid melts?

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When a solid melts, it changes into a liquid. For example, ice melts to become water.

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What happens when a liquid freezes?

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When a liquid freezes, it changes into a solid. For example, water freezes to become ice.

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What happens when a gas condenses?

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When a gas condenses, it changes into a liquid. For example, steam condenses to become water.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is a rock.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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An example of a liquid is orange juice.

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What is an example of a gas?

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An example of a gas is the air we breathe.