## Copilot

Matter is the substance that constitutes the observable universe and forms the
basis of all objective phenomena. Let's explore its intriguing structure:
- Composition:
- Matter is composed of elementary particles, atoms, and molecules.
- Elementary particles: These include quarks and leptons (such as electrons).
- Atoms: Quarks combine to form protons and neutrons, which, along with
electrons, constitute atoms of various elements (like hydrogen, oxygen, and iron).
- Molecules: Atoms combine further to form molecules (e.g., the water molecule,
H₂O).
- States of Matter:
- Matter exists in different states: solid, liquid, and gas.
- Solids: Maintain their shape; particles vibrate in fixed positions.
- Liquids: Take the shape of their container; particles move more freely.
- Gases: Fill the entire container; particles move rapidly and independently.
- Other states include plasmas, foams, and clusters.
- Inertia:
- All matter shares the fundamental property of inertia.
- Inertia prevents an object from instantly responding to changes in its state
of rest or motion.
Remember, matter—whether solid, liquid, or gas—shapes our world and fuels
scientific exploration! 🌟🔬
Learn more about matter from Britannica ..