4. Why do solids have definite shape and volume?
A. The particles are held at fixed points and can only vibrate with respect to a point.
B. The particles arevheld together by strong intermolecular forces that keep them in one place.
C. The kenetic energy of the particles is not sufficient to overcome the intermolecular forces.
D. The particles are larger and held together by strong intermolecular forces.
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Answer:
A.
Explanation:
in the solid state, the individual particles of substance are in fixed positions with respect to each other.