Some properties of a substance are listed. The particles vibrate about fixed positions…
Physics · IGCSE · Cambridge (CIE) — Thermal physics
Some properties of a substance are listed.
The particles vibrate about fixed positions.
It has no fixed shape.
It is difficult to compress.
Which properties are correct for a solid?
1, 2 and 3
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
Answer
(D) 1 and 3 only
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