Question

1.9 - kmt and phases
after reviewing todays material, answer the following to the best of your knowledge.
you will have 3 attempts to get the best grade possible.

kmt
2 multiple choice 1 point
box b represents which phase of matter?
○ liquid
● gas
○ solid
clear my selection

Explanation:

To determine the phase of matter for Box B, we use the Kinetic Molecular Theory (KMT) concepts:

• Solids (like Box A) have particles closely packed, vibrating in fixed positions.
• Liquids (Box B) have particles that are close but can move past each other (more freedom than solids, less than gases), taking the shape of the container but having a definite volume.
• Gases (Box C) have particles far apart, moving freely and filling the container.

Box B's particles are close but not rigidly packed, matching liquid properties. The original selection of "Gas" was incorrect.

Answer:

A. Liquid