* Definite Shape: Solids hold their shape due to the strong bonds between their particles. The particles are tightly packed and vibrate in fixed positions. This rigidity gives solids their characteristic shape.
* Definite Mass: Mass is the amount of matter in an object. Solids, like all matter, have a definite mass, which remains constant regardless of its shape or volume.
* Definite Volume: Volume is the amount of space an object occupies. Solids have a definite volume because their particles are tightly packed and cannot be easily compressed.
Examples:
* A block of wood maintains its rectangular shape, has a specific mass, and occupies a fixed volume.
* A rock retains its irregular shape, has a defined mass, and occupies a specific space.
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