Question

Which is incorrect statement:
a) Matter is continuous in nature.
b) Of the three state of matter, the one that is most compact is solid state.
c) In solid state interparticles space (i.e., empty space) is minimum.
d) The density of solid is generally more than that of a liquid.​

Answer 1

Answer:

incorrect

Explanation:

a) Matter is continuous in nature.

Answer 2

Concept:

Particles are the building blocks of matter. The matter is not continuous, but rather particle.

In the gaseous phase, particles are spaced at a maximum distance or widely apart, whereas in the solid phase, particles are closely packed and compact. They have high density.

Find:

The incorrect statement.

Solution:

The matter is particulate. Option(a) is the incorrect statement.

In the solid phase, particles are closely packed and compact. Option(b), Option(c) and Option(d) are correct statements.

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