Solid or Liquid

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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. The particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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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. The particles are close together but can move past one another.

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Can you name a common solid?

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A common solid is ice.

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Can you name a common liquid?

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A common liquid is water.

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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 turn into a liquid.

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What happens to a liquid when it is cooled?

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When a liquid is cooled, it can freeze and turn into a solid.

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What is the difference between solids and liquids?

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The main difference is that solids have a fixed shape, while liquids take the shape of their container.

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What is an example of a solid that can change shape?

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An example is clay, which can be molded into different shapes.

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What is an example of a liquid that can change shape?

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An example is juice, which takes the shape of the glass it's in.

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What is the process of a solid turning into a liquid called?

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The process is called melting.