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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Objective Question

Question

According to the kinetic theory of matter, which state has no definite shape but a definite volume?
Options
A Solid
B Liquid
Correct Answer
C Gas
D Plasma
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Liquids have no definite shape but have a definite volume. The particles in a liquid can move around and slide past each other, allowing the liquid to take the shape of its container, but the volume remains constant.

Hint

Liquids conform to the shape of their container but cannot be easily compressed.

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