Decide whether each statement below is describing a solid, a liquid, or a gas.
- have their own definite shape
- can be poured
- Spread out (diffuse) quickly
- take the shape of the whole container, filling it completely
- are very easy to pass through
- can’t be squashed or compressed easily (there are two answers)
- take the shape of their container but don’t fill it completely
- stay where they are put
- are easily squashed or compressed
- have the most bonds between atoms
Answers:
1. Solid
2. Liquid
3. Gas
4. Gas
5. Gas
6. Solid, Liquid
7. Liquid
8. Solid
9. Gas
10. Solid