SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Matter that has a definite shape and a definite volume is
A
a liquid.
B
a element.
C
a solid.
D
a gas.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A solid has a definite shape and volume as the interparticle forces of attraction are highest as compared to liquids and gases. The shape and volume do not vary as in the case of liquids and gases.

Detailed explanation-2: -A solid has both definite shape and fixed volume. Liquid has no definite shape, but has a fixed volume. A gas has neither a definite shape nor a fixed volume.

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