The difference in various states of matter is due to the difference in the distances between their constituent particles.

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The correct option is A
True

Matter is made up of particles. As the distances between the particles increases, the substance becomes less dense and physical state changes.
Solids, liquids, and gases are three major physical states of matter. Following is the order of distance between particles of different states of matter.
Gases > Liquids > Solids.

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