Gaseous

usgb/ˈɡæsiəs,ˈɡæʃəs/
adjective

Relating to a state of matter that is neither solid nor liquid, like air.

Water can exist in three states: solid, liquid, and gaseous.
Visual representation of "gaseous" - Relating to a state of matter that is neither solid nor liquid, like air

Often appears as...

  • gaseous state
  • gaseous form
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Physical States

Use 'gaseous' to describe one of the main forms matter takes, different from solids and liquids.

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Oxygen is typically in a gaseous state.
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Science Context

The term 'gaseous' is often used in scientific contexts to discuss chemistry and physics topics.

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In our science class, we learned how gaseous nitrogen is used in food packaging.
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Visibility

'Gaseous' doesn't mean the substance is always visible; many gases are clear.

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The gaseous vapors escaping from the tube were invisible.
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