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What state of matter can arise at very low temperatures?
What state of matter can arise at very low temperatures?
- Gases
- Liquids
- Bose-Einstein condensate (correct)
- Solids
Why do solids have a definite shape and a definite volume?
Why do solids have a definite shape and a definite volume?
- Because the particles are locked into place (correct)
- Because the particles randomly move past one another
- Because the particles are easily compressible
- Because there is a great deal of free space between particles
What property allows liquids to flow easily?
What property allows liquids to flow easily?
- Locked particles
- Particles randomly moving past one another (correct)
- Easily compressible
- Little free space between particles
Why do gases have an indefinite shape and an indefinite volume?
Why do gases have an indefinite shape and an indefinite volume?
What property of plasmas makes them good conductors?
What property of plasmas makes them good conductors?
What are the five basic elements, according to Indian ancient philosophy?
What are the five basic elements, according to Indian ancient philosophy?
Which state of matter has particles with the least inter-particle distances and highest density?
Which state of matter has particles with the least inter-particle distances and highest density?
What are the characteristics of particles of matter as per the given text?
What are the characteristics of particles of matter as per the given text?
Which state of matter has the largest inter-particle distances and is highly compressible?
Which state of matter has the largest inter-particle distances and is highly compressible?
What is the distinguishing feature of plasma among the states of matter discussed in the text?
What is the distinguishing feature of plasma among the states of matter discussed in the text?