Question

solid have definite volume and liquids have fixed volume . why definite is used for solids and fixed is used for liquids

Answer 1

(a) Solids have definite shape and definite volume because the molecules in solid are closely packed and in fixed positions. ... The molecules can move around and the forces of attraction between molecules is less as compared to solids, so the liquid takes the shape of the container and volume is definite.

Answer 2

Answer:

Solids have definite shape and definite volume because the molecules in solid are closely packed and in fixed positions. ... The molecules can move around and the forces of attraction between molecules is less as compared to solids, so the liquid takes the shape of the container and volume is definite.