Which is not true about the liquid state of matter? a. the liquid state has a definite volume and a definite shape. b. the liquid state takes on the shape of its container. c. the liquid state has a definite volume and an indefinite shape. d. the particles in a liquid can easily move past each other.

Option (A) is the correct answer.

Explanation:

In liquids, the molecules are held by less strong intermolecular forces of attraction as compared to solids. Due to which they are able to slide past each other. As a result, they have some amount of kinetic energy which is greater than that present within molecules of a solid.

Due to this a liquid is able to occupy the shape of container in which it is placed. Hence, a liquid substance will always have a definite volume but not fixed shape.

Thus, we can conclude that the statement liquid state has a definite volume and a definite shape, is not true about the liquid state of matter.

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