Liquids take the shape of the bottom of their container, while gases take the shape of their entire container. The shape solids take however, is independent of their container . In 3-5 sentences, explain these patterns . (4 points)

Answer 1

Liquids are able to take the shape of the bottom of their container because their particles are close together, allowing them to flow and conform to the shape of their surroundings. Gases, on the other hand, have particles that are far apart and are able to spread out and occupy the entire space available to them. Solids have particles that are tightly packed together and have a fixed shape, regardless of their container, because their particles are rigid and have strong intermolecular forces holding them in place.