Question

Which state of matter has a definite volume, but does not have a definite shape? (2 points)

a. solid
b. liquid
c. gas
d. plasma

Answer 1

B.Liquid
. Liquids flow freely and therefore conform to the shape of the walls of their container; liquids cannot, however, expand to fill their container

Answer 2

Answer: b. liquid

Step-by-step explanation:

Solid state : It is a state in which the particles are closely packed and does not have any space between them. This state has a definite shape and a definite volume.

Liquid state : It is a state in which the particles are present in random and irregular pattern. The particles are closely arranged but they can move from one place to another. This state has a definite volume but does not have a fixed shape.

Gaseous state : It is a state in which the particles are loosely arranged and have a lot of space between them. This state has indefinite volume as well as a definite shape.

Plasma state: It is a ionized state in which the particles are loosely arranged and have a lot of space between them. This state has indefinite volume as well as a definite shape.