Concept explainers
Interpretation:
The reason for definite shape of solid needs to be explained.
Concept introduction:
Definite shape and volume is the property of solid.
Answer to Problem 13STP
(C) can vibrate only around fixed points.
Explanation of Solution
In solid, these particles are in fixed position and close together to each other. They cannot move from one position to other position in solid. Thus, solid have definite shape and volume. Solid have different properties other than
In liquid and gases, the particles can change their positions and thus, they don’t have definite shape and volume.
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