Chemistry (12th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0132525763
ISBN 13: 978-0-13252-576-3

Chapter 2 - Matter and Change - 2 Assessment - Page 58: 95

Answer

A gas will expand to fill any space; however, it doesn't have a shape or volume without a container. On the other hand, a solid always has a definite shape and volume. A solid is able to maintain its shape and volume without the use of a container.

Work Step by Step

A gas will expand to fill any space; however, it doesn't have a shape or volume without a container. On the other hand, a solid always has a definite shape and volume. A solid is able to maintain its shape and volume without the use of a container.
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