Question

Which statement is true for gases, but not for solids or liquids? A. The particles are in motion. B. The particles rarely touch one another. C. The particles have kinetic energy. D. The particles have a definite volume.Which statement is true for gases, but not for solids or liquids?

A.
The particles are in motion.
B.
The particles rarely touch one another.
C.
The particles have kinetic energy.
D.
The particles have a definite volume.

Answer 1

B. The particles rarely touch each other.

Explanation:

The particles of gases are far apart, so they rarely touch each other. The particles of liquids can slide past each other, and the particles of solids are locked in place next to each other.

In all three states of matter, the particles

• Have a definite volume
• Are in constant motion
• Have kinetic energy