The particles of a ___________ are very close to each other and are arranged in an organized way. They do not move much. We can control them easily.
SOLID
Everything around you is ____________.
MATTER
The particles of a ____________ are not as close together as the particles of a solid. Their shape changes according to the shape of the container it is in.
LIQUID
We can't take hold of ___________ because they are fluid and flow easily through our hands.
LIQUIDS
Give two examples of liquids.
Personal answer.
What kind of container is this?
It's a measuring cup.
TRUE or FALSE: If you heat water, it evaporates.
TRUE
Give two examples of solids.
Personal answer.
Everything around you is ____________.
MATTER
The particles of a _______ are not close to each other and move very quickly. They are hard to control and escape easily. They are all around us.
GAS
__________ have their own shape.
SOLIDS
Anything you can handle, shape or cut is ____________.
SOLID
TRUE or FALSE: Chocolate and cheese are good examples of solids.
TRUE
TRUE or FALSE: Wave your hands and you'll feel the presence of air.
TRUE
Can water be counted?
No, it can't. It can only be measured.
When ice turns to a liquid, it becomes ___________.
WATER
What kind of container is this?
It's a pitcher.
When liquid lava from volcanoes cools down, it becomes ____________.
ROCKS or SOLID
How many states of matter are there?
There are three.
What kind of container is this?
It's a jar.
What kind of container is this?
It's a bowl.
Does water have a shape of its own?
No, it doesn't. Water takes the shape of the container it is in.
What kind of container is this?
It's a bottle.
What kind of container is this?
It's a mug.
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