Question

Give reason for the following." liquids and gases are called fluid".

Answer 1

1. In gases and liquids, the molecules are more loosely packed than the solids.
2. The intermolecular force of attraction between the molecules is less.
3. Thus, Liquids and gases have the tendency to flow, i.e., their molecules can move freely from one place to another.
4. Because of their tendency to flow, these have been categorized as fluids.