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 ice, wood, and metal.

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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 milk.

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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 expands to fill its container. Examples include air, helium, and steam.

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What does it mean for something to float?

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To float means to rest on the surface of a liquid without sinking. Objects that are less dense than the liquid will float.

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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.

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What is an example of a gas?

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An example of a gas is oxygen.

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How can you tell if something is a solid?

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You can tell if something is a solid if it has a fixed shape and does not change shape easily.

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How can you tell if something is a liquid?

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You can tell if something is a liquid if it takes the shape of its container and flows.

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How can you tell if something is a gas?

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You can tell if something is a gas if it fills the entire space of its container and has no fixed shape.