Match the state of matter to its description.

Question

Column A
1.
particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place; definite shape and volume:
particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place; definite shape and volume
2.
particles are loosely packed and slide past one another; indefinite shape but definite volume:
particles are loosely packed and slide past one another; indefinite shape but definite volume
3.
particles are far apart and move at fast speeds; indefinite shape and volume:
particles are far apart and move at fast speeds; indefinite shape and volume
Column B
a.solid
b.liquid
c.gas

Answer 1

1. a. solid
2. b. liquid
3. c. gas