Solid, Liquids, 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. Examples include a desk, a table, and a rock.

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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 coffee.

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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 fills the space of its container. Examples include steam, air, and helium.

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Is ice a solid, liquid, or gas?

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Ice is a solid.

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Is milk a solid, liquid, or gas?

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Milk is a liquid.

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Is oxygen a solid, liquid, or gas?

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Oxygen is a gas.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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When water freezes, it turns into ice, which is a solid.

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What happens to ice when it melts?

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When ice melts, it turns into water, which is a liquid.

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What happens to water when it boils?

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When water boils, it turns into steam, which is a gas.

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Can you name a solid object?

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A solid object can be a chair, a book, or a toy.