Which statement best describes the molecules in a solid?

A: Molecules move completely at random and at very high speeds.

B: Molecules expand to the edge of their container.

C: Molecules vibrate in a fixed position and do not move around much.

D: Molecules are free to separate from each other and will take on the shape of their

container.

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Alayna Bolton

Chemistry

30 March, 12:58

Which statement best describes the molecules in a solid?

A: Molecules move completely at random and at very high speeds.

B: Molecules expand to the edge of their container.

C: Molecules vibrate in a fixed position and do not move around much.

D: Molecules are free to separate from each other and will take on the shape of their

container.

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Hadassah Vega · Answer 1

Answer:hello

The third one is correct.

Explanation:

Because the molecules of solids can just have some little vibration in their places.

The first one is for gas so it's incorrect.

The second one is for liquid.

And finally the third one is correct.

Good luck.