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No, changing containers will not change the liquid volume.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoLiquid is the state of matter that has a defined volume, but not a defined shape. As opposed to a solid which has defined shape and volume, or a gas which has neither a defined shape nor volume. So the short answer is yes, a liquid will keep its volume.
However, in the real world the volume of a liquid will vary as temperature and atmospheric pressure conditions change before transitioning to either a solid or gaseous state.
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∙ 14y agoIt does not change if you maintain constant pressure and temperature. Most liquids expand a small amount when heated or if the pressure is reduced.
So for example liquid at room temperature in a glass with an open top (no pressure changes) will occupy the same volume if you pour it into another container with a totally different shape because you didn't change the temperature (you didn't heat or cool it) and you didn't change the pressure (the pressure in the room is the same and these are open containers - not pressurized containers.
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∙ 12y agoNo.
Both the volume of a liquid and the mass of that liquid can change by increasing or decreasing the amount of molecules in said container. The density, which is mass divided by volume, stays the same.
If you have 20mL of water (which is a measure volume), that means you have 20g of water (which is a measure of mass). Therefore, the density of water is 1g/mL (which is a measure of density). 20mL of water has the same density as 200000mL of water.
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∙ 13y agoYes (liquids tend to expand a bit when heated up), but if you maintain the same amount of liquid, no matter what container, then the volume will not change.
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∙ 12y agono because molecules are constantly being lost to the gas state... usually
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∙ 11y agono. the volume a certain amount of liquid is constant.
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∙ 12y agoYes, when you heat it.
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∙ 8y agoyes
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What changes shape but doesn't change volume?
A gas can change shape but it doesn't change volume, a liquid also changes shape but doesn't change volume.
What does it mean when a liquid has a definite volume but no definite shape?
A liquid can move, so it can change its shape. But since it is not a gas, it can't change its volume.
What is the phase of matter not having definite volume or definite shape?
Of the three classic phases or states (solid, liquid, gas), gases do not have a defined shape or volume, which is determined by the shape and volume of their containers. A sample will have a defined mass, and the volume into which that mass is confined determines the pressure of the gas.
A change of state does not affect and object's?
Mass :/
How can you change the shape or volume of a liquid?
The shape of a liquid can be changed by putting it in a different shaped container. The volume can be changed (although hard to do) through extreme pressures and tempatures.
Does a liquid have a definate volume?
Yes, liquid has a definite volume. It may change shape with different containers, but you always have the same volume of the liquid.
What has a definite volume but not a definite shape?
A Liquid of course! It can change from containers but not the volume stabilizes.
What has a definite shape but not definite volume?
A Liquid of course! It can change from containers but not the volume stabilizes.
What is a substance that has a fixed volume?
A liquid has a fixed volume but not a fixed shape. If you put it into a graduated cylinder, it will take the shape of the cylinder. If you put it into a bowl, it will take the shape of the bowl.
What changes shape and volume when you change containers?
Gases do that.
What are the 4 characteristics of a liquid?
in definite shape ( takes containers shape)indefinate volume ( takes containers volume)can flow ( viscosity )has a low density number g/cm2
What is a state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?
Liquid. You can measure the exact volume of a liquid but you can put it into containers that changes the shape of the liquid.
Why doesn't liquid change its volume?
No it doesn't change its volume
What changes shape but doesn't change volume?
A gas can change shape but it doesn't change volume, a liquid also changes shape but doesn't change volume.
How much liquid volume is in a container of milk?
Milk comes in different sized containers. The volume should be clearly written on the label.
How can you you change the shape and volume of liquid?
By cooling the liquid.
What happens to the volume of a liquid when it is poured into a container with a different shape?
Liquids take on the shape of any container they are placed in. If the volume of the container is less than the total volume of the liquid, them the difference in quantity will overflow the top of the container.
