States of Matter

What are the three states of matter?

• plasma

• condensed

• vapor

• solid, liquid, and gas

What are the properties of solids?

• Solids have indefinite shape but definite volume.

• Solids have definite shape but indefinite volume.

• Solids have definite shape and volume.

• Solids have indefinite shape and volume.

What are the properties of liquids?

• Liquids have a definite shape and volume.

• Liquids have a definite volume, but no definite shape; they can flow and take the shape of their container; they are relatively incompressible; and they have a lower density compared to solids.

• Liquids have a higher density compared to solids.

• Liquids are highly compressible.

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According to the kinetic theory, what is the nature of particles in solids?

• Particles in solids are far apart and move freely.

• Particles in solids are arranged randomly and move in straight lines.

• Particles in solids are attracted to each other and move in circular paths.

• Particles in solids are closely packed together and vibrate in fixed positions.

According to the kinetic theory, what is the nature of particles in liquids?

• Particles in liquids are in constant motion and have stronger forces compared to solids.

• Particles in liquids are in constant motion but are far apart from each other.

• Particles in liquids are in constant motion but are closely packed together and have weaker intermolecular forces compared to solids.

• Particles in liquids are stationary and do not move.

According to the kinetic theory, what is the nature of particles in gases?

• Particles in gases are stationary.

• Particles in gases move in a predictable pattern.

• Particles in gases move in a straight line.

• Particles in gases are in constant random motion.

What holds a solid together?

• Kinetic energy between atoms, ions or molecules

• Attractive forces between atoms, ions or molecules

• Potential energy between atoms, ions or molecules

• Molecular forces only