Question

Which of the following statement is incorrect?

• A. The particles of matter are very, very small
• B. The particles of matter attract one another
• C. The particles of some of the matter are moving constantly
• D. The particles of all the matter have spaces between them

Answer 1

The correct option is C

The particles of some of the matter are moving constantly

Correct Option explanation :-(c) The particles of matter of all three states- solid, liquid, and gas are always in random motion and move constantly. Even the particles of solids that are fixed at their positions, vibrate constantly.So, it is incorrect to say that particles of some of the matter are moving constantly.

Incorrect Option explanation:-

(a) Particles of matter are very small, hence statement is correct.

(b) Yes, it is correct that particles of matter attract each other.

(d) It is correct that particles of matter have space between them.

Concluding Statement :- The particles of matter of all three states- solid, liquid, and gas are always in random motion and move constantly.So, it is incorrect to say that particles of some of the matter are moving constantly.