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 main states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is a solid?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume.

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What is a liquid?

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A liquid 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 has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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What is mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, usually measured in grams.

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, usually measured in liters or cubic centimeters.

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What happens when a solid melts?

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When a solid melts, it changes into a liquid.

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What is an example of a solid?

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Examples of solids include ice, wood, and metal.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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Examples of liquids include water, juice, and oil.