Which of the following describes the liquid phase?

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It has a definite shape but not a definite volume

It has a definite shape and a definite volume

It has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume

It has a definite volume but not a definite shape

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

A liquid is made up of tiny particles held together by the intermolecular force of attraction.

The intermolecular force of attraction in liquids is less than that of solids. Thus, they can flow easily and take the shape of a container. Hence, they do not have a definite shape.

However, the forces are not so weak that the particles can move free of each other. Thus, they cannot expand to fill the volume of the entire container like gases. Hence, liquids have a definite volume.

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