Question detail
Which state of matter has particles that are closely packed but can slide past each other?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances
Question
- A. Solid
- B. Liquid
- C. Gas
- D. Plasma
Answer
Liquid
Explanation
In liquids, particles are closely packed together but can move past one another, allowing liquids to flow and take the shape of their container.
Common mistake
The three states of matter correction for Confusing Particle Types.
Students often confuse the types of particles present in different substances, such as treating ionic compounds as if they are made of molecules instead of ions This error matters in The three states of matter because it drifts away from the objective: Link the type of particles present to the bonding and structure of the substance.
Correct it by naming the exact chemistry idea, using precise bonding or structure vocabulary, and linking the answer back to The three states of matter. For this objective, students should link the type of particles present to the bonding and structure of the substance.
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