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When a solid substance melts, which statement correctly describes the changes to its particles?.
- A.Particles gain kinetic energy, move into fixed positions, and become closer together.
- B.Particles lose kinetic energy, become further apart, and move randomly.
- C.Particles gain kinetic energy, move into a disordered arrangement, and slide past each other.
- D.Particles lose kinetic energy, vibrate faster, and remain in fixed positions.
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