Science 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 has no definite shape or volume.

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Can you name a solid?

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Examples of solids include a rock, a pencil, or a book.

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Can you name a liquid?

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Examples of liquids include water, milk, or juice.

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Can you name a gas?

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Examples of gases include air, helium, or carbon dioxide.

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What is the difference between solids and liquids?

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Solids keep their shape, while liquids take the shape of their container.

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What is the difference between liquids and gases?

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Liquids have a definite volume, while gases do not have a definite volume.