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The decreasing order of densities of solids, liquids and gases for a given mass is:

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Solids > Gases > Liquids
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Gases > Solids > Liquids
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Liquids > Gases > Solids
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Solids > Liquids > Gases
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Solution

The correct option is D Solids > Liquids > Gases
Solids are typically denser because the solid molecules are more tightly packed together than in a liquid or a gas. Solids have a higher density. Liquids are more free-moving and the molecules do not hold on so tightly to each other, hence the lower density. Gases are completely free-moving and have a much lower density than the other two.

The decreasing order of densities for a given mass is Solid>liquid>gas.

Hence, the correct option is D.

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