Question

question 1. match each description to the correct term. solid matter that has a definite shape and volume. liquid matter that has a definite volume and takes the shape of its container. gas matter that takes both the shape and volume of its container.

Explanation:

Solids have a fixed shape and volume due to the close - packed and ordered arrangement of their particles. Liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container as the particles can move more freely than in solids. Gases take both the shape and volume of their container as the particles are widely spaced and move freely.

Answer:

Solid - Matter that has a definite shape and volume.
Liquid - Matter that has a definite volume and takes the shape of its container.
Gas - Matter that takes both the shape and volume of its container.