Kinetic Particle Theory Flashcards by naomi khai | Brainscape

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Solids

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Fixed Shape

Fixed Volume

Cannot be compressed

Packed closely and arranged neatly

Vibrate about their fixed positions

Strong attraction between paricles

Low KE of particles

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Q

Liquids

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Not fixed Shape

Fixed Volume

Cannot be compressed

Packed closely and arranged randomly

Slide past each other randomly

Strong attraction between particles

Moderate KE of particles

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Gases

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Not fixed Shape

Not fixed Volume

Can be compressed

Far apart and arranged randomly

Moves at great speeds

Very weak attraction between particles

High KE of particles

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