Which state of matter has the smallest inter molecular space?

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Solution

Intermolecular space is the space between two molecules or atom.
Interparticle space is dependent on the intermolecular force which is exerted between the molecules.
When we consider solids they have maximum intermolecular force hence they have minimum intermolecular space.
Liquids have the less interparticle force and gases have the least force between them thus, gases have maximum interparticle space.
The state of matter with the least intermolecular forces of attraction is the gaseous state.

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