Question 6
Kinetic Theory and States of MatterIt is difficult to achieve an orderly arrangement of the molecules of a gas because they
- A.have no definite shape
- B.have little force of attraction between them
- C.can collide with one another in the container
- D.are too small in size.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (have little force of attraction between them)
Explanation
Gas molecules attract each other only very weakly, so nothing holds them in fixed, orderly positions; they move freely and randomly.