Question

Which one of the following statements is not correct about the three states of matter i.e. solid, liquid and gaseous

• A. Molecules of a solid possess least energy whereas those of a gas possess highest energy
• B. The density of solid is highest whereas that of gases is lowest
• C. Gases like liquids possess definite volumes
• D. Molecules of a solid possess vibratory motion

Answer 1

The correct option is C Gases like liquids possess definite volumes

Gases do not have definite shape and volume. Their volume is equal to the volume of the container.