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CAIE IGCSE Physics Properties of the Three States

Practise distinguishing solids, liquids and gases through whether their shape and volume remain fixed or are determined by the containing vessel.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Physics 0625

Exam points

  • infer that a container-determined shape can describe a liquid or gas but not a solid

2.1.1.1—Distinguishing properties of solids question 1

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A sample of a substance has a shape that is determined by its container.
What are the possible states of this sample?

A

gas, liquid and solid

B

gas and liquid only

C

gas and solid only

D

solid and liquid only

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