Multiple choice

The particles that make up a solid move __ than do the particles that make up a gas.

  1. more slowly

  2. more quickly

  3. in the same way

  4. more quickly and farther
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Particles in a solid have lower kinetic energy and are restricted to vibrating in fixed positions, whereas gas particles move rapidly and freely.

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