Question

using the idea of particles explain why;
a.) solids have a definite shape
b.) liquids fill the bottom of a container
c.) you can't store gases in open containers
d.) you can't squeeze a sealed plastic syringe that is completely full of water
e.) a balloon expands as you blow it

Answer 1

a)because they have fixed boundary
b)because of fludity and kinetic energy
c)because its kinetic energy is high
d)because it is rigid
e)because the particles are stretchible

Answer 2

solid have a definate shape because its particle are closly packed with each other
no liquid can't fill their bottom container because its particle have space between them
no we can't store the gas in open container because it particle have space between them and can easily flow
because its particle have little amount of space
because in this ballon the gases expent