Solid has a fixed shape and volume.
Solids have a high density.
Arranged in a regular lattice.
Particles move around a fixed position.
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What are the properties of liquids?
Liquids have a fixed volume but can flow-they take the shape of their container.
Liquids have a lower density.
Particles move and slide pas each other.
Particles are more loosely arranged.
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What are the properties of a gas?
Gases do not have fixed volumes or shapes; they flow and take the shape of their container.
Very low densities.
Particles are loosely packed.
Gases can be compressed.
Particles move quickly in all directions.
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What is the kinetic theory?
The kinetic theory explains the differences in physical properties of the states of matter by referring to the motion and arrangement of the particles.
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Front
What are the properties of a solid?
Back
Solid has a fixed shape and volume.
Solids have a high density.
Arranged in a regular lattice.
Particles move around a fixed position.
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