Characteristics of solid state
- They have definite shape due to strong Intermolecular forces of attraction.
- They have distinct boundaries.
- They have a fixed volume.
- They cannot flow.
- They have negligible compressibility due to negligible distance between the neighbouring molecules.
- They possess a tendency to uphold their shape when exposed to external force.
- They break under force but it is difficult to change their shape so they are rigid.
- They have high density and do not diffuse at all.
Fig. Particles of solid (Wooden plank) are compact together and have less space between them
