Matter

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and 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.

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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.

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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 and expands to fill its container.

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Can solids change shape?

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No, solids maintain their shape unless a force is applied.

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Can liquids change shape?

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Yes, liquids can change shape to fit their container.

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Can gases change shape?

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Yes, gases can change shape and fill any available space.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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Water changes from a liquid to a solid.

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What happens to ice when it melts?

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Ice changes from a solid to a liquid.