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 is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is ice.

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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 air.

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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 heated?

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

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What happens to a gas when it is cooled?

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When a gas is cooled, it can condense and turn into a liquid.

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What is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gas form of water that is created when water boils.