Answer:
1. Takes the shape of its container: Liquid.
2. Can be poured: Liquid.
3. Fills all available space: Gas.
4. Is compressible: Gas.
5. Maintains its shape: Solid.
6. Has a fixed volume: Solid.
Explanation:
In science, matter can be defined as anything that has mass and occupies space. Any physical object that is found on earth is typically composed of matter. Matter are known to be made up of atoms and as a result has the property of existing in states. The three (3) classical states of matter are;
1. Liquid: is the state of matter in which the physical substance can be poured and takes the shape of its container. Also, liquids generally have a definite volume. Examples of liquids are urine, water, milk, blood etc.
2. Gas: is the state of matter in which the physical substance has no definite shape or volume and as a result fills all available space. Also, gases are easily compressible and can flow. Examples of gases are hydrogen, oxygen, argon, nitrogen etc.
3. Solid: is the state of matter in which the physical substance has a definite shape and fixed volume but not compressible. Examples of solids are pen, screwdriver, television, car etc.
<em>The four (4) properties that are peculiar to matter are: volume, flow, compressibility and shape. </em>