States of matter Knowledge-Based Practice

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    Which statement correctly describes the arrangement of particles and the macroscopic properties of a substance in the liquid state?

    • A) Particles are locked into fixed positions within a rigid lattice, giving the substance both a definite shape and a definite volume.
    • B) Particles are separated by vast distances with negligible attractions, allowing the substance to expand and fill the entire volume of any container.
    • C) Particles form an orderly network that maintains a fixed shape, but the total volume changes easily to match the size of the container.
    • D) Particles remain in close contact while being able to slide past one another, giving the substance a definite volume but an indefinite shape.

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