Question

Which of the following statement is correct about solids?

• A. They are less rigid.
• B. They show maximum expansion on heating.
• C. They have large intermolecular distance between the molecules.
• D. They have the strongest intermolecular force of attraction between the molecules.

Answer 1

The correct option is D

They have the strongest intermolecular force of attraction between the molecules.

Features of solids

1. Intermolecular distance between the molecules of solid is the least.
2. Intermolecular force of attraction between the molecules is the strongest.
3. They are rigid and hard.
4. Due to the strong intramolecular force of attraction, solids expand very less on heating.
5. Solids have a fixed shape and size and a definite volume.

Hence, option (d) is correct.