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Eric is studying the motion of particles in different states of matter. In his report, he will describe particle motion in solids, liquids and gases. Which of the following accurately describes the motion of particles in a solid?
The particles are not in motion in a solid.
The particles are vibrating in place in a solid
The particles move freely of each other in solid.
The particles are sliding past one another in a solid.
The particles are not in motion in a solid.
The particles are vibrating in place in a solid
The particles move freely of each other in solid.
The particles are sliding past one another in a solid.
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"The particles are vibrating in place in a solid."
Explanation: In a solid particles are held in fixed positions by strong intermolecular forces and can only vibrate about those positions. They do not move freely or slide past one another (those describe liquids or gases).
Explanation: In a solid particles are held in fixed positions by strong intermolecular forces and can only vibrate about those positions. They do not move freely or slide past one another (those describe liquids or gases).
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