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Water is the only substance on Earth that naturally exists in solid, liquid, and gas states.

Why it is true

Due to its unique chemical properties and the Earth's temperature range, water can be found as ice, liquid water, and water vapor simultaneously in different parts of the planet.

Source: Chemistry

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