Identify the characteristics of a solid.
A) definite volume and definite shape
B) definite volume and no definite shape
C) no definite shape and definite volume
D) no definite shape and no definite volume

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Solids have a definite volume, meaning they have a fixed amount of space they occupy, and a definite shape, meaning they hold a fixed shape that is not easily changed. This is in contrast to fluids (liquids and gases) which have no definite shape and can take the shape of their container. Solids also have a tightly packed arrangement of particles, giving them a high density and low compressibility.

Identify the Characteristics of a Solid