Register
Why do atoms move at different speeds depending on whether they are in liquids or solids.
198k views
0 votes
Why do atoms move at different speeds depending on whether they are in liquids or solids.

User Prasanth Regupathy
by
8.0k points

1 Answer

6 votes
In a solid the atoms are tightly packed together and vibrate in place, in a liquid the atoms are loosely packed together and can move past each other,

extra: and in a gas the atoms are far apart and move freely and

User Gmazzo
by
8.5k points
← Prev Question Next Question →

Related questions

User Igor Kasuan
asked Aug 21, 2017 29.1k views
Why atoms move at different speeds depending on whether they are in liquids or solids?
Igor Kasuan asked Aug 21, 2017
by Igor Kasuan
8.1k points
2 answers
1 vote
29.1k views
User Noman
asked Sep 16, 2015 128k views
Explain why atoms move at different speeds depending on whether they are in liquids or solids.
Noman asked Sep 16, 2015
by Noman
9.0k points
1 answer
4 votes
128k views
Ask a Question
Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.

9.5m questions

12.2m answers

Other Questions

How do you balance __H2SO4 + __B(OH)3 --> __B2(SO4)3 + __H2O
As an object’s temperature increases, the ____________________ at which it radiates energy increases.
What is the evidence of a chemical reaction when the fireworks go off
Which of the following statements does not describe a physical property of a piece of chalk A. Chalk is solid B.chalk can be broken into pieces C. Chalk is white D. Chalk will bubble in vinegar
Which is an example of an atom? A)the smallest unit of Ne B)the smallest unit of p4 C)the smallest unit of NH3 D)the smallest unit of H2O
Link Copied!