It is difficult to achieve an orderly arrangement of the molecules of a gas because they?

a

have no definite shape

b

have little force of attraction between them

c

can collide with one another in the container

d

are too small in size

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etebster
8 years ago

the most accurate answer is b

solids have definite shape because of the force of attraction between them. It is reduced in liquids and negligible in gases. Hence the arrangement of gas molecules cannot be easily determined

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Slimvic
10 years ago

I even choz B based on d fact dat dia intermolecular force re weak,hence u can hold dem

Primus113
5 years ago

B is correct na..
correct this stuff.


force of attraction helps to hold atom, molecule, or ion in definite shape or position so as to enable them to move orderly.

in case of solid the force of attraction is strong

in liqiid it is weak

and in gas it is negligible. hence they move freely

Zionjohn
4 years ago

The most correct of all is option B..
Gases have little force of attraction and as such will be difficult to arrange

Apraisal
4 years ago

The correct answer is supposed to be B
Because the intermolecular forces is what determines how freely the atoms of a substance are allowed to move

YxMELLY
1 year ago

The correct answer is (b) have little force of attraction between them. Here's why:
* Gases and Molecular Arrangement: Gases are unique because their molecules have very weak intermolecular forces. This means the molecules are not held together tightly and are essentially independent of each other.
* Why Weak Attraction Matters:
* No Fixed Positions: The lack of strong attraction means gas molecules don't have fixed positions. They are free to move around in the container.
* Disorder: This constant, random movement leads to a disordered arrangement of molecules. It's impossible to keep them in a neat, orderly pattern.In summary: The weak forces of attraction between gas molecules are the primary reason why it's difficult to achieve an orderly arrangement.

mrnothenextin
8 years ago

All the answers are corresponding

Aleemahoye
11 months ago

the options b and c at correct to my understanding, because,
OPTION C: I WILL BE DIFFICULT O ARRANGE THE MOLECULES IF THERE IS A CONSISTENT COLLISION BETWEEN SUCH MOLECULES
THEN TERMINATING OUR PLAN

Ezeeggo
6 years ago

B is correct, The molecules are in constant, random motion and frequently collide with each other and with the wall of any container. The distances of separation between the molecules are so large that the force of attrition or repulsion between them are negligible

djayenimoney
3 years ago

force of attraction helps to hold atom, molecule, or ion in definite shape or position so as to enable them to move orderly.

in case of solid the force of attraction is strong

in liqiid it is weak

and in gas it is negligible. hence they move freely
The best answer is B

it's A not C

Agwu patrick Ebuka
11 years ago

It is A not C.

Giffys
2 months ago

i said A too ohh, I wonder why I saw B

Nedextra
9 years ago

A

Abdulesun
4 years ago

Anyone who carefully read through the question will understand that My School is correct.
I implore you to read through the question one more time with full-focus and concentration.
.. Difficult to achieve orderliness.... Actually interpreted or rhymed with the chosen option.

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