Nevada State Board of Cosmetology Practice Exam

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What characterizes a solid state of matter?

Definite volume but no definite shape
No definite shape or volume
Definite shape and volume
No definite volume but definite shape

The correct answer is: Definite shape and volume

A solid state of matter is characterized by a definite shape and volume, meaning that the particles that make up the solid are tightly packed together and have very little movement. This allows the solid to maintain its shape and volume even when placed in a different container. Option A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the characteristics of a solid. Option A describes a liquid, which has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container. Option B describes a gas, which has no definite shape or volume. Option D describes a gas or plasma, which has no definite volume but takes the shape of its container. Therefore, the correct answer is option C.