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What is the correct order for cohesive force in solids, liquids, and gasses?

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Solids > gasses > liquids

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Gases > solids > liquids

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Liquids > gasses > solids

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Solids > liquids > gasses

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Solution

The correct option is D Solids > liquids > gasses
Cohesive forces are strong for solids, moderate for liquids, and weak for gases, because intermolecular force are strong in solids, moderate in liquids and gases in weak.

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