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Differences between Solids, Liquids, Gases

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(4). In soIids, molecules are ____________[closely/ loosely] packed.

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Solids: A solid is that state of matter which has a definite shape, mass, and volume. The intermolecular forces in solids are very strong. So, molecules are closely packed.
Hence, in solids, molecules are closely packed.

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