States of Matter

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, 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 spreads to fill its container.

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Can you name an example of a solid?

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Examples of solids include rocks, ice, and paper.

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Can you name an example of a liquid?

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Examples of liquids include water, juice, and milk.

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Can you name an example of a gas?

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Examples of gases include air, steam, and helium.

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What happens to ice when it melts?

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Ice changes from a solid to a liquid.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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Water changes from a liquid to a solid.

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What happens to water when it boils?

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Water changes from a liquid to a gas (steam).