States of Matter

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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 a chair, a rock, and ice.

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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 oil.

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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, helium, and steam.

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Can you name a solid?

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A chair is a solid.

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Can you name a liquid?

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The ocean is a liquid.

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Can you name a gas?

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The air we breathe is a gas.

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What happens to a solid when it is heated?

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When a solid is heated, it can melt and turn into a liquid.

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What happens to a liquid when it is cooled?

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When a liquid is cooled, it can freeze and turn into a solid.

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What happens to a gas when it is cooled?

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When a gas is cooled, it can condense and turn into a liquid.

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What is an example of a solid changing to a liquid?

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Ice melting into water is an example of a solid changing to a liquid.