Question detail
What happens to the particles in a substance when it melts?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances
Question
- A. Particles gain energy and move further apart
- B. Particles lose energy and move closer together
- C. Particles remain in the same position
- D. Particles become charged
Answer
Particles gain energy and move further apart
Explanation
During melting, particles gain energy, which allows them to overcome some of the forces holding them together, leading to increased movement and spacing.
Common mistake
Confusing Melting and Boiling Points
Students often confuse melting points with boiling points, thinking they are the same.
Remember that melting point is the temperature at which a solid turns into a liquid, while boiling point is the temperature at which a liquid turns into a gas.
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