Question

1. which state of matter is a characterized by having a definite shape and a definite volume?

a. gas
b. liquid
c. solid
d. all of the above

Explanation:

To solve this, we recall the properties of each state of matter:

• Gas: Has no definite shape or volume (expands to fill its container).
• Liquid: Has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container (no definite shape).
• Solid: Has both a definite shape and a definite volume (particles are closely packed and fixed in position).

So the state with definite shape and volume is solid.

Answer:

C. solid