Practice mode Liquids

According to the kinetic molecular theory, liquids have a definite volume but no definite shape because their molecules ____

Correct answer B. are close together but can slide past one another

Explanation

Strong attractions keep liquid molecules close, fixing the volume. The molecules still have enough energy to move past each other, so the liquid takes the shape of its container.

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