Matter Matters

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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 has no definite shape or volume.

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Can you name a gas?

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Examples of gases include air, steam, and helium.

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Can you name a solid?

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Examples of solids include rocks, ice, and wood.

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Can you name a liquid?

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Examples of liquids include water, juice, and milk.

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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 become a liquid.

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What happens to a liquid when it is heated?

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When a liquid is heated, it can evaporate and become a gas.