Which of the following will have a plane, axis and centre of symmetry?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The answer is 2. True solids.
True solids have a regular arrangement of atoms or molecules, which gives them a definite shape and volume. This regular arrangement also means that true solids have planes, axes, and centers of symmetry.
Pseudosolids, supercooled liquids, and liquids do not have a regular arrangement of atoms or molecules, so they do not have planes, axes, and centers of symmetry.
Here is a table summarizing the properties of the four types of materials:
|
Material |
Regular arrangement of atoms/molecules |
Plane, axis, and center of symmetry |
|
True solid |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Pseudosolid |
No |
No |
|
Supercooled liquid |
No |
No |
|
Liquid |
No |
No |