Which of the Three Phases of Matter (Solid, Liquid, or Gas)

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the three phases of matter (solid, liquid, or gas) features particles in a fixed, rigid arrangement?

• A) solid
• B) liquid
• C) gas
• D) All three phases of matter have rigid arrangements of particles.

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