Chapter 17 - Solids, Liquids and Gases Flashcards
1
Q
What are the characteristics of a solid?
A
- Definite shape
- Definite column
- Cannot be compressed
- Cannot flow
2
Q
What are the characteristics of a liquid?
A
- No definite shape
- Definite volume
- Cannot be compressed
- Can flow
3
Q
What are the characteristics of gas?
A
- No definite shape
- No definite volume
- Can be compressed
- Can flow