Question

Particles in each state of matter behave differently because they have different amounts of thermal energy. For each statement below, select whether it is true or false. (1 point)
True False
Particles in a solid are packed tightly.


Particles in a solid have thermal energy.


Particles in a solid are completely still.

Answer 1

Particles in a solid are packed tightly. — True

Particles in a solid have thermal energy. — True

Particles in a solid are completely still. — False

(Particles in a solid vibrate in place due to thermal energy but do not move freely.)