Give reason: A solid does not fill its container completely.

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Solids have a distinct shape and volume.
Unlike liquids, solids do not fill their containers completely.
This is because their particles are held tightly together by strong inter-particle forces, which prevents them from leaving their positions in order to fill the container.
As a result, solids do not fill their containers completely.

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