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A stone retains its shape even when it is pressed with hands. This property is called _____.
A stone retains its shape even when it is pressed with hands. This property is called _____.
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The correct option is C rigidity
The particles of solids are closely packed and hence, they have negligible spaces between them. So, when external force is applied on them, they do not get compressed.
The property which helps a substance to retain its shape when some external force is applied on it, is called rigidity. Hence, solids are rigid and retain their shapes in such conditions. Stone being a solid is rigid.
The particles of solids are closely packed and hence, they have negligible spaces between them. So, when external force is applied on them, they do not get compressed.
The property which helps a substance to retain its shape when some external force is applied on it, is called rigidity. Hence, solids are rigid and retain their shapes in such conditions. Stone being a solid is rigid.
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