How does the motion of the particles change when water changes from a solid to a liquid to gas?

An observation that requires measurement is called quantitative observable or qualitative

Ageologist determines that a sample of a mineral can't be scratched by a steel nail but can be scratched by a masonry drill bit. based on this information, the sample mineral has to be softer than a. orthoclase. b. fluorite. c. apatite. d. corundum.

Which statement best describes the flow of energy in this scenario