Which Statement Defines a Liquid

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which statement defines a liquid?

• A) Particles are close together and held in a fixed place.
• B) Particles are far apart and have very little interaction.
• C) Particles are close together but are restricted in their movement.
• D) Particles are close together but move freely past each other.

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Definitions:

Surface Water

All bodies of water found on the Earth's surface, such as rivers, lakes, wetlands, and oceans, as opposed to groundwater.

Condenses

The process by which a substance changes from a gaseous state to a liquid state.

Low-pressure Cells

Areas in the Earth's atmosphere where the air pressure is lower than that of the surrounding regions, often associated with wet weather conditions.

Predominant Natural Vegetation

The most common type of wild plants growing in a particular region without human intervention.