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Question
Matter in any state is composed of particles. Compare the three states of matter i,e. solids, liquids, and gases with reference to:
(a) intermolecular space
(b) the intermolecular force of attraction
(c) movement of particles
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Solution
| Characteristics | Solids | Liquids | Gases |
| Intermolecular space | Minimum space | More than solids | Maximum space |
| Intermolecular force of attraction | Very strong | Less strong | Very weak |
| movement of particles | About their own position | In continuous motion | In any random direction |
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