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 states of matter?

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The three states of matter are 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 does not have a definite shape or volume.

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What causes ice to melt?

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Heat causes ice to transform from a solid to a liquid.

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Is steam matter?

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Yes, steam is matter because it has mass and takes up space.

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Is heat matter?

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No, heat is not matter; it is a form of energy.

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Is sunlight matter?

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No, sunlight is not matter; it is a form of energy.

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What is the process of changing from a solid to a liquid called?

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The process is called melting.