The molecules are tightly packed in liquids.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
The force of attraction between the molecules of matter is called the intermolecular force of attraction.
It is maximum in solids, less in liquids, and least in gases.
Due to the weak intermolecular force of attraction in liquids, their molecules are not tightly packed and it does not have any fixed shape like solids.
Thus, the given statement is False i.e., The molecules are tightly packed in liquids.

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substance	characteristic	Example
solid	molecules tightly packed	Q
P	molecules less tightly packed and can move a little	R
gas	molecules farther apart and are able to move freely	S

The more tightly or closely packed the molecule are in a substance, the _______ that substance is.

Assertion: Liquid can flow easily.

Reason: The molecules in liquids are tightly packed.

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The molecules in a solid are ______ packed. (tightly/loosely)

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