Which of the following is the physical state of matter which does not have a characteristic shape, but takes on the shape of the filled part of its container?

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A liquid takes on the shape of its container and does not have a definite shape. Gases also take on the shape of their container, but this question asks for the physical state which does not have a characteristic shape, and gases take up the entire volume of their container, not just the filled part like liquids. Solids have a definite shape and do not take on the shape of their container. Solid or liquid is not a valid answer because solids have a definite shape, while the question asked for a state of matter that does not have a characteristic shape.

Which of the Following Is the Physical State of Matter