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Which state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?
Which state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?
- Liquid (correct)
- Plasma
- Gas
- Solid
What is the main difference between amorphous and crystalline solids?
What is the main difference between amorphous and crystalline solids?
- Amorphous solids have a higher melting point than crystalline solids.
- Amorphous solids have a random arrangement of particles, while crystalline solids have a regular repeating pattern. (correct)
- Amorphous solids are always liquids, while crystalline solids are always solids.
- Amorphous solids have a regular repeating pattern, while crystalline solids do not.
Which of the following is an example of an amorphous solid?
Which of the following is an example of an amorphous solid?
- Salt
- Glass (correct)
- Diamond
- Sugar
Which of the following is an example of a crystalline solid?
Which of the following is an example of a crystalline solid?
Why does water 'dome up' over the top of a full glass instead of spilling over using surface tension?
Why does water 'dome up' over the top of a full glass instead of spilling over using surface tension?