Question

Forces of attraction between the particles are :

• A. Maximum in solids
• B. Minimum in solids
• C. Maximum in liquids and minimum in solids
• D. Maximum in gases and minimum in liquids

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Maximum in solids

The explanation for the correct option:

Option (A): The particles of solids are very closely packed and have the strongest force of attraction between their particles. Liquids also have a strong force of attraction than gases.

The sequence of the force of attraction between the states of matter are:

Solids>Liquids>Gases

The explanation for the incorrect options:

Option (B): Forces of attraction between the particles are minimum in gases.

Option (C): Forces of attraction between the particles are maximum in solids and minimum in gases.

Option (D): Forces of attraction between the particles are maximum in solids and minimum in gases.

Hence, the correct option is (A).