States of Matter Answers

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Which statement best describes the movement of atoms in a solid?

A
They are able to slide past each other.
B
They spread apart as far as possible.
C
They have no freedom to move.
D
They are free to move in all directions.
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Use the drop-down menus to complete the statements.

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have a definite shape and volume.:Solids
do not have a definite volume or shape.:Gases
have a definite volume, but the shape may change.:Liquids
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✔ solid liquid gas

A
✔ solid
B
liquid
C
gas
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solid ✔ liquid gas

A
solid
B
✔ liquid
C
gas
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Use the drop-down menus to complete the statements.

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have a definite shape and volume.:Solids
do not have a definite volume or shape.:Gases
have a definite volume, but the shape may change.:Liquids
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Solids Liquids✔ Gases

A
Solids
B
Liquids
C
✔ Gases
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Solids✔ LiquidsGases

A
Solids
B
✔ Liquids
C
Gases
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Explain why the coin is able to float on top of the water in this glass.

Answer:

Water’s surface tension, caused by the attraction between water molecules, supports the coin at the surface when it is placed gently.

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States of Matter Answers — NM-Physical Science A