86.6k views
0 votes
7) Why does a liquid take the shape of its container? *

1 point
because the matter has changed state
because this is a chemical property
because the particles of the liquid are constantly moving and sliding past one another

User Yuehan Lyu
by
3.2k points

2 Answers

7 votes

Answer:

The forces between liquid particles are weaker . This means that liquid can easily move. Since it can move , it flows and take the shape of the container

User Malcolm Salvador
by
3.9k points
10 votes

Answer:

If you pour water out of a container, it will go everywhere! Because it isn't in a container, the water takes on the shape of the table top, making a puddle. Water molecules are still close together, but they can move or slide past one another.

Step-by-step explanation:

User Marjani
by
4.0k points