According to the particle model of matter, which statement correctly describes the arrangement and motion of particles in a liquid?

A) They are closely packed in an irregular arrangement and can slide past one another.

B) They are held in a fixed, regular lattice and vibrate only about fixed positions.

C) They are widely separated and move completely independently at high speeds.

D) They expand in individual size to take the shape and volume of their container.

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