Question

symbols written after a substance are used to indicate the physical state of the substance in a chemical reaction. what are the four physical states in which a substance can exist? write the correct physical state next to each symbol. (s) (l) (g) (aq) etextbook and media

Explanation:

In chemical reactions, the symbols (s), (l), (g), and (aq) are standard notations. (s) stands for solid as solids have a definite shape and volume. (l) represents liquid which has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container. (g) is for gas that has no definite shape or volume. (aq) means aqueous, indicating a substance dissolved in water to form a solution.

Answer:

(s) - solid
(l) - liquid
(g) - gas
(aq) - aqueous (solution)