Phases of Matter

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What are the three main phases of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas

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What is a solid?

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A solid is a phase 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 phase 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 phase of matter that has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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What phase of matter is ice?

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Solid

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What phase of matter is water?

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Liquid

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What phase of matter is steam?

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Gas

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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 take the shape of their container.

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Can gases change shape?

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Yes, gases expand to fill the shape of their container.