A liquid can change its shape easily. This can be attributed to which of the following fact.

Strong intermolecular forces.

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Weak intermolecular forces.

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Non existing intermolecular forces.

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Either A or C

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Solution

The correct option is C Weak intermolecular forces.
A liquid can change its shape easily. This can be attributed to weak intermolecular forces. The intermolecular force of attraction between the molecules in a liquid is less when compared to solids. Due to this, the liquids occupy a definite volume but have no definite shape.

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