Which statements below correctly describe the particles of a solid. Choose the 3 statements that apply. explain
a
The particles of a solid are able to flow and slide past one another.
b
Solids take the shape and volume of their container.
c
Solids have a definite shape and volume.
d
The particles of a solid have low kinetic energy.
e
The particles of a solid vibrate in their fixed positions.
f
The particles of a solid have high kinetic energy.
The three statements that correctly describe the particles of a solid are:
1) Solids have a definite shape and volume (c). This is because the particles in a solid are closely packed together and have strong forces of attraction that keep them in fixed positions.
2) The particles of a solid have low kinetic energy (d). In a solid, the particles have very limited movement and only vibrate in their fixed positions. This limited movement corresponds to low kinetic energy.
3) The particles of a solid vibrate in their fixed positions (e). As mentioned earlier, the particles in a solid do not have the ability to flow or move past each other freely. However, they do vibrate or oscillate around their fixed positions due to thermal energy.