Chapter 13.1, Problem 9LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

It is to be explained why gases take the shape and volume of the container in which they are filled.

Concept Introduction :

The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas. It is feasible to understand why they have different qualities by looking at the way their particles are arranged.

Answer to Problem 9LC

Gases do not have fixed shapes and size

Explanation of Solution

A state of matter known as gas lacks both a definite shape and a fixed volume. Gases have a lower density than other forms of matter like solids and liquids. There is a lot of vacant space between particles since they have a lot of kinetic energy and aren't strongly attracted to one another.

Since the molecules in gases are relatively loosely packed, they have large intermolecular gaps, and as a result, they move around, gases lack a clear structure or volume. Gases can take on any shape or volume since there is a relatively weak force of attraction between molecules.