Question

From the given options, choose the correct statements regarding the plasma state of matter.

• A.
  It is the fourth state of matter.
• B.
  It is formed by highly energetic/charged particles.
• C.
  It is provided by the supercooling of a gas.
• D.
  It has a very high temperature.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

It has a very high temperature.
Plasma state is the fourth state of matter after solid, liquid and gaseous states.
Few characteristics of the plasma state are:

• It is formed by highly energetic/charged particles (ions and electrons).
• It is formed by superheating of a gas and hence, has a very high temperature.
• Unlike gases, plasma may generate electric current & magnetic field and may behave strongly to electromagnetic forces.