Question

which statement best describes the atoms in a gas? they vibrate in place. they stay in a fixed position. they are closely packed. they move freely in all directions.

Explanation:

In a gas, atoms have high kinetic energy and weak intermolecular forces, allowing them to move freely in all directions. Solids have atoms vibrating in place or staying in a fixed - position and being closely packed.

Answer:

They move freely in all directions.