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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces Objective Question
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What happens when solids are heated?
Options
A Particles gain kinetic energy and vibrate more strongly
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B Particles lose energy
C Particles stop moving
D Particles become fixed
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

When solids are heated, particles gain kinetic energy and vibrate more strongly. Attractive forces weaken in comparison to particle energy, and particles become free to move around.

Hint

The notes describe this process as melting.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 897 of 1872
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