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A solid has a fixed shape and a fixed volume. A liquid has a fixed volume, but assumes the shape of its container. A gas assumes both the shape and volume of its container.

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A solid is a state of matter characterized by particles that are closely packed together in a fixed arrangement, giving it a definite shape and volume. A liquid is a state of matter where particles are close together but can move past one another, allowing the substance to flow and take the shape of its container.

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