Are the particles of all mater in constant random motion?
1 Answer
Apr 11, 2017
Jup
Explanation:
Particles are always in motion, however, some more than others (see for instance gases vs liquids vs solids).
The idea in chemistry is, that there are three degrees of freedom:
- Vibration
- Rotation
- Translation (movement through space)
Solids: Only can only vibrate
Liquids: Vibrate, Rotate and have limited Translation
Gases: Can display all three degrees of freedom
The only instance at which there would be no motion is at absolute 0. But this is a whole other story.
