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In a solid, the atoms or molecules are packed closely together in a regular pattern. They are held in their fixed position by strong attractive forces. The particles only vibrate from side to side and spin around in their fixed positions, but cannot move past one another. This is why a solid has adefinite shape and volume. If a solid is heated, the particles gain energy.

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