Question

The table compares the characteristics of a substance in three different states of matter.

Comparison of Characteristics
Characteristic
State X
State Y
State z
Average Speed of the Particles Low
Greatest
Least
Particle Attraction/Forces
Weak
Negligible Strong
Which of these best describes the state of the substance represented by State Z?
O It is a solid because strong attractive forces prevent particles from moving.
O It is a liquid because strong attractive forces prevent particles from moving.
O It is a liquid because weak attractive forces allow for some motion.
O It is a gas because weak attractive forces allow for some motion.

Answer 1

it is a solid because strong attractive forces prevent particles from moving

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