Solids, liquids and gases
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Solids, liquids and gases
In a nutshell
There are three states of matter: solids, liquids and gases. Materials can be grouped into these categories.
States of matter
Matter is anything that can take up space and has a weight. There are three states of matter; solids, liquids and gases. Materials can be grouped in different states of matter depending on their properties.
state of matter | description | Examples | Image |
| Solid | Objects with a fixed volume and shape. Materials are tough and can be easily held. |
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| Liquid | Materials that flow and can be poured. They have a fixed volume but not fixed shape. |
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| Gas | Free flowing materials that spread out very easily, without a fixed volume or shape. |
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Example
From the options below, select the materials that have a liquid state of matter.
'Brick, hydrogen, paper, tea, oxygen, water, silver, ice, air, lemonade.'
Liquid state of matter - Tea, water, lemonade
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
How many states of matter are there?
There are three states of matter. Materials can be grouped together in these three different groups.
Which state of matter can be held easily?
Solids can be easily held, as they have a fixed shape.
What are the states of matter?
There are three states of matter: solids, liquids and gases.