Similarities And Differences Between Solids Liquids And Gases

Last Updated on March 19, 2022 by QCity Editorial Stuff

Solids, liquids, and gases are all states of matter that can be found in our world. All three states have different characteristics and properties which make them unique. This blog post will discuss the similarities and differences between solids, liquids, and gases. 

The main difference is whether or not the molecules are tightly packed together or far apart from each other. If they are tightly packed together then it is considered a solid-state of matter while if the molecules are farther apart then it is considered to be either a liquid or gas state of matter. These three states also have many similarities with one another, for example, both solids and liquids can flow but only liquids can turn into vapor when heated up enough whereas with gases this does not happen because they need to turn into plasma first. Furthermore, all three states of matter are required to have atoms and molecules.

It is important to know the different properties of these substances because they are widely used in everyday life. For example, you may be interested in knowing that air falls into the gas category while water falls into both liquid and solid categories. 

The first thing to know about solids is that they have a definite shape or volume due to their strong molecular forces which hold them together very tightly. This means that when you try to change their shape by poking it with your finger, for instance, it will not budge much at all! The second property of solids is that they have a relatively high melting point which means heat needs to be added before its molecules will start to move and melt the solid. The third property of solids is that it takes a great amount of energy to change their phase. 

Comparison Between Solids Liquids And Gases

Parameters Of Comparison	Solids Liquids	Gases
Substances	Solids are defined as substances	: Liquids are defined as substances
Shape	Have no shape	Have no shape
Solidify	Gases are defined as substances that expand to fill any available space	The particles in solids stick together tightly because of attractive forces between them.
Compressed	Con not compressed	Con not compressed
Available space	Do not cover available space	Cover available space

What Are Solids Liquids?

The two main categories of matter are solids and liquids. Solids have a definite shape that doesn’t change when pressure is applied. Liquids have no defined shape but do hold their volume, which is the space they occupy in a container. A mixture can be both a solid and a liquid at the same time, depending on its state. For example, water in its solid form (ice) is not able to flow as it does in its liquid form (water). 

The word “solid” derives from the Latin word “solid,” meaning something that cannot be easily broken or pierced; whereas “liquid” derives from the Latin word “liquid,” meaning something that can easily run or pour out of containers without breaking or forming into solids.

Solids, liquids, and gases are the three states of matter that have distinct physical properties. The term “solid” refers to a substance that is solid at room temperature and has an ordered molecular structure. A liquid has no definite shape but can take on the shape of any container it’s in – think water or oil. Gases are substances that are gaseous at room temperature because they have no definite form; this means they will expand indefinitely to fill their environment.

Solids, liquids, and gases make up the three different phases of matter with each having its unique properties. Solids can be described as a material with a defined shape and volume which maintains its original size regardless of pressure or temperature. Liquids have a defined volume but no definite shape which takes the form of the container it occupies.

What Are Gases?

Gases are any substance that has particles dispersed throughout them. They have no fixed shape or volume, but they do have a definite mass. Gases can be seen when the matter is in its gaseous state at room temperature and pressure. You can see gases with your own eyes by using a simple homemade device called the Gas Bag. 

Gases are a type of physical matter that has no definite shape or volume. This means gas particles have a lower density than the other three states of matter, which include solid, liquid, and plasma. Gases lack a fixed shape because they can be compressed into any container- even something as small as an air bubble in the water! The only way to stop gases from moving is to use pressure or temperature changes. For gases to move around, there must be some space between them and the surface that they’re on. There are many different types of gases such as oxygen, carbon dioxide, and methane gas. Some common examples of gasses include helium, nitrogen, and argon gas at room temperature while others like hydrogen will react with metals at high temperatures.

6 Differences Between Solids Liquids And Gases

Substances: Solids are defined as substances that have a fixed shape and volume, such as sugar or salt.

Shape: Liquids are defined as substances that take the shape of their container but do not change in volume, such as water.

Solidify: Gases are defined as substances that expand to fill any available space and will not solidify unless they reach extremely low temperatures.

Solids stick: The particles in solids stick together tightly because of attractive forces between them.

Collide: The particles in liquids only interact with one another when they collide.

Compressed: Gases can be compressed by applying pressure to them; this is called “compressing the gas”.

Available Space: Gases fill up all available space in their container to take on the shape of the container.

Interesting Statistics Or Facts Of Solids Liquids 

1. The word “solid” means something that is hard and cannot be easily changed.

2. A liquid has the property of flowing, while a solid does not.

3. When you pour water in your hand, it will drip back out because it is a liquid. 

4. If you put ice cubes in hot tea, they will melt.

5. You can’t see through most liquids because light waves are reflected off the surface of the liquid.

6. Viscosity is how thick or thin something feels when you rub it between your fingers.

Interesting Statistics Or Facts Of Gases

1. Gases are a type of matter, and they can be found in the air we breathe.

2. They come from many sources such as volcanoes, fires, and cars.

3. The most common gas is oxygen; it makes up about 21% of our atmosphere.

4. Other gases include carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and argon (Ar). 

5. Nitrogen is used to grow plants because it’s needed for photosynthesis.

6. Argon is colorless and odorless; there isn’t any evidence that anyone has ever smelled this gas before.

Conclusion About The Differences Between  Solids Liquids And Gases

 Solids, liquids, and gases are three of the most common states that matter can take. We have discussed what solids, liquids, and gases are in this blog post! In conclusion, solids exist when particles resist being pulled apart due to their strong attraction to one another. Liquids also do not want to be pulled apart but they have a weaker force than a solid particle so it is easier to pull them apart. Gases form from molecules attracting each other even less than liquid particles which means it is very easy to pull them apart.

References:

Resource 01: https://www.thoughtco.com/types-of-solids-liquids-and-gases-608354
Resource 02: https://www.livescience.com/53304-gases.html#:~:text