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What are the properties of solids, liquids and gases?

In this lesson, we will learn about the three states of matter, the properties of each state of matter and how to identify which state of matter a substance is in.

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What are the properties of solids, liquids and gases?

In this lesson, we will learn about the three states of matter, the properties of each state of matter and how to identify which state of matter a substance is in.

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  1. Describe what is meant by the property of a substance
  2. Name the properties of solids, liquids and gases
  3. Explain which state of matter a substance is in based on its properties

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5 Questions

Q1.
Gases fill the shape of their container.
False
Correct answer: True
Q2.
Liquids have a fixed shape.
Correct answer: False
True
Q3.
Solids cannot be compressed.
False
Correct answer: True
Q4.
Liquids can be compressed.
Correct answer: False
True
Q5.
Gases can flow.
False
Correct answer: True

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UnitScience / States of matter

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