Properties Of States

Question 1

Solid Properties

Answer 1

• Can’t be compressed
• Most have a fixed shape
• Tight packed particles
• Particles vibrate but stay in the same place

Question 2

Liquid Properties

Answer 2

• Can’t be compressed
• Flow to take shape of the container
• Particles free to move around in a container

Question 3

Gas Properties

Answer 3

• Can be compressed
• Particles free to move anywhere
• Particles spread and fill available space