Question

liquids take the shape of the bottom of their container, while gases take the shape of their entire container. the shape solids take, however, is independent of their container. in 3 - 5 sentences, explain these patterns. (4 points)

Explanation:

The states of matter have different particle arrangements. In liquids, particles can move past each other but are still attracted, so they conform to the bottom of a container. Gas particles move freely and fill the entire container. Solid particles are closely packed and have a fixed shape, not affected by the container.

Answer:

Liquids conform to the bottom as their particles can move but have some attraction. Gases fill the whole container due to free - moving particles. Solids have a fixed shape because their particles are closely packed and in a rigid structure.