46. Why does a liquid take the shape of its container?

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Solution

In liquids, the intermolecular force of attraction between the particles is less as compared to solids and more as compared to gases. Thus, in gases the force of attraction is negligible.
Now, forces of attraction in liquids are less than that of solids so they can move freely and take the shape of a container.
For example, if we take water in a glass, it will be cylindrical, but when we pour water into a dish, it will flow and take the shape of the dish.

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