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Sort of. A solid can have a change in shape, but it has to be forced upon the object, whereas a liquid would have involuntary shape change.
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Why does a sponge changes its shape although it is a solid?
It changes shape because the water which absorbes into the sponge makes the sponge ore spongey to be squashed and moveable.
What are 4 phicical changes?
A physical change is a substance that changes, and has the ability to change back into the same substance it was before. So signs of a physical change is: a) phase change b) shape change etc.....
What happenes when a solid becomes a liquid?
It changes shape but not volume. btw follow me on twitter @YoungBasedKiddo
What is a solid that changes shape easy if pressure is applied?
amorphous solids like rubber bands and wax.
What state of matter will always take the shape and volume of its container?
the state of matter that changes shape when placed in a different container is water
Which term describes the ability of a solid to return to its original shape?
Elasticity describes the ability of a solid to return to its original shape after being deformed or stretched.
What term describes the ability of a solid to return to its original shape?
That ability is known as elasticity.
Properties of a solid?
Structural rigidity and resistance to changes of shape or volume.
Why does a sponge changes its shape although it is a solid?
It changes shape because the water which absorbes into the sponge makes the sponge ore spongey to be squashed and moveable.
What are 4 phicical changes?
A physical change is a substance that changes, and has the ability to change back into the same substance it was before. So signs of a physical change is: a) phase change b) shape change etc.....
What are 2 properties on an solid?
The 2 properties of solids include a definite size and shape, and ability to keep their own shape.
What is a physical change in a solid?
a physical change in a solid can be when it changes in its shape colour of form. otherwise it can change into a liquid or gas
How ice cube melting is a physical change?
Because it changes from a solid shape (ice cube) to a liquid shape (Water)
How do solid change their shape?
Solids change their shapes in many ways. Solids will melt if they are in hot temperatures, and this changes their shape.
What is the property of the solid?
A solid is one of the four states of matter. The properties of solids are the structural rigidity and resistance to changes of shape and/or volume.
What do you mean by elasticity of a solid?
The elasticity of a solid means the tendency of it to resist deformation & return to it's original shape ie iron is more elastic than a rubber band. Weird isn't it?
Do solids changes their shape in different containers?
Some semi-solids might, but a solid, by definition keeps it's original shape.
