SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a solid?
A
particles that are tightly compacted
B
particles that are not tightly compacted
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In solid atoms are very tightly packed because atoms are very close to each other.

Detailed explanation-2: -In a solid the molecules are packed tightly together (high density), usually in a definite arrangement (suggesting order).

Detailed explanation-3: -Particles in solids are packed very closely because there is a very strong forces of attraction between the particles and intermolecular space is almost negligible. Wheras in liquids and gases the forces of attraction are not strong and intermolecular spaces are high.

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