Solids, Liquids and Gases

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a form of matter that has a definite shape and volume. Examples include a rock, a chair, and a bowling ball.

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What is a liquid?

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

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What is a gas?

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A gas is a form of matter that has no definite shape or volume. It expands to fill its container. Examples include air and helium in a balloon.

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How many main forms of matter are there?

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There are 3 main forms of matter: solids, liquids, and gases.

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What happens to the shape of a solid when you move it?

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A solid keeps its shape when you move it.

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What happens to the shape of a liquid when you pour it?

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A liquid takes the shape of the container it is poured into.

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What happens to the shape of a gas when it is in a balloon?

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A gas fills the entire space of the balloon and takes its shape.

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Can you see gas?

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You cannot see gas, but you can feel it, like the air around you.

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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 water.