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 rocks, pencils, and carrots.

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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 and carbon dioxide.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solids, liquids, and gases.

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Why does ice melt into water?

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Ice melts into water when it is heated, changing from a solid to a liquid state.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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When water freezes, it changes from a liquid to a solid state, forming ice.

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Can gases be compressed?

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Yes, gases can be compressed because the particles are far apart and can be pushed closer together.

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What is an example of a solid?

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An example of a solid is a pencil.

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What is an example of a liquid?

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An example of a liquid is juice.

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What is an example of a gas?

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An example of a gas is carbon dioxide.