Use the drop-down menus to determine which state of matter is described in each statement.

Question

The atoms in a
are closely packed, but able to slide past each other.

The atoms in a
spread as far apart as possible.

A
has a definite shape and volume.

The shape of a
can change, but the volume is definite.

Answer 1

Here are the appropriate states of matter for each statement:

1. The atoms in a liquid are closely packed, but able to slide past each other.

2. The atoms in a gas spread as far apart as possible.

3. A solid has a definite shape and volume.

4. The shape of a liquid can change, but the volume is definite.