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No. According to the Kinetic Particle Theory, the particles in a solid are fixed very close together in fixed positions. They are not free to move and can only vibrate about their fixed positions, due to the strong attractive forces between them. This explains why solids have fixed shapes.
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Does a solid liquid or gas have particles that vibrate but cannot move past each other?
In a solid, particles vibrate but do not move past each other. The particles are tightly packed and held in fixed positions by strong forces of attraction. This restricts their ability to move freely within the substance.
Do particles of solid have less energy than particles of a gas?
No,they don't because when the particles in gas ovecome the force of attraction they move more freely making the particles have more energy. Solid particles are tightly packed with a strong force of attraction making them have the least amount of energy compared to the other states(liquid and gas).
The properties of solid liquid and gases?
Solid molecules are rigid and has a shape. Liquid molecules are less rigid than solid and the molecules move. Gases have no shape and its molecules are free floating and move at rapid speeds against each other.
In what state the atoms move the fastest?
Particles in the gaseous state move at a very high rate and have a large effect on each other. Particles on a liquid state move slower but still have a measurable effect on each other. Particles in a solid state move very slowly and have little effect on each other.
Why would a substance conduct when molten but not when solid?
When a substance is in a solid state, its particles are arranged in a rigid structure that restricts movement of charged particles such as ions or electrons, making it a poor conductor. In contrast, in the molten state, the particles have enough energy to move freely, allowing charged particles to flow and conduct electricity.
