Solids and Liquids

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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 happens when you mix oil and water?

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Oil floats on top of water because it is less dense.

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Can solids change shape?

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No, solids keep their shape unless a force is applied.

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Can liquids change shape?

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Yes, liquids can change shape to fit their container.

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What do we call the space that solids and liquids take up?

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Volume.

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What is density?

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Density is how much mass is in a given volume.

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What happens to a solid when it is heated?

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It may melt and turn into a liquid.

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What happens to a liquid when it is cooled?

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It may freeze and turn into a solid.

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What is an example of a solid?

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A rock.