Why can solid materials hold their shape?

Answer 1

Solid Materials hold their shape because the molecules are bound to each other, all solids have the ability to hold their shape when forces are applied.

** Look in your book. If you have CPO Focus on Physical Science, it is in Chapter 5 section 2 page 103 **

Answer 2

As opposed to liquids, whose particles are packed loosely, and gases, whose particles are barely hanging together, solids' particles are packed very tightly. Other solids whose particles are packed more loosely and liquids/gasses cannot break through the particles of the tighter-packed particles.

Answer 3

Solid materials can hold their shape due to the strong forces of attraction between their particles. These intermolecular forces prevent the particles from moving freely, thus maintaining the structural integrity of the material. Additionally, the arrangement of particles in a solid is typically in a well-defined and organized pattern, which contributes to its ability to maintain its shape.

Answer 4

because the molecules are so tightly packed together