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Its because the particles are tightly compacted.
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Why do solids hold their shape but liquids of and gases of the same element do not?
the particles in solids are closer together than in liquids and gases allowing it to keep its shape
What are the characteristics of solids?
definite shape and volume. to keep it simple
What insulation material can keep objects cool?
A vacuum is a good insulator so a "thermos" bottle will keep liquids 8or solids) cool for a while.
What color shirt will keep you warmest on a sunny day explain why?
A Black shirt will keep you the warmest because the colour black absorbs the most heat.
Densely packed arrangements of particles that take the shape of their containers are?
solids im not sure if its a solid because the keep a constant shape. im thinking about maybe plasma but dont trust me.
Do solids keep their volumes?
Yes, solids keep their volume.
What do solids keep?
They keep their shape.
How does particle theory explain how solids keep there shape?
Because the particles are close together <-- simple because the particles are close together and it wont move around or it wont compress so it dosent separate. its like glue it sticks together and by the way i am only 10 and i know all this ;P
Why do you keep liquids in containers?
Because liquids has not a form (as solids).
Solids keep their shape unless?
Unless you change it (e.g.: smash it) But it will keep the shape it is smashed in. Solids stay in their shape unless something else changes it for them. Or if it becomes a liquid by melting or a solid through sublimation.
Why do solids hold their shape but liquids of and gases of the same element do not?
the particles in solids are closer together than in liquids and gases allowing it to keep its shape
What is kept as far apart as possible as molecules adjust their shapes according to the VSEPR theory?
According to VSEPR theory, molecules adjust their geometry to keep the electrons in valence shells as far apart from each other as possible.
When was Keep Tryin' - Groove Theory song - created?
Keep Tryin' - Groove Theory song - was created on 1996-01-23.
Can solids keep its own shape?
well yes it can but if it isn't a solid you can't cheerio
How were stone keep castles built?
They were built with stone and in square shapes lolololololl
Explain how the kidneys remove wastes and keep fluids and salts in balance.?
can you explain how the kidneys remove wastes and keep fluids and salts in balance?
What are the characteristics of solids?
definite shape and volume. to keep it simple
