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Question
How do the solids, liquids, and gases differ in their following properties.
(a) Size
(b) Shape
(c) Density
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Solution
| Solids | Liquids | Gases | |
| Size | They have a definite size | Indefinite | Indefinite |
| Shape | They have definite Shape | Indefinite | Indefinite |
| Density | Highly dense | Less dense than solids | Less denser than liquids and solids |
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