Question

1. substance a is a gas, substance b is a liquid and substance c is a solid. all of the substances are at the same temperature and pressure. which of the following shows the correct relationship of the strength of the intermolecular forces in each substance? b > a > c c > b > a a > b > c c > a > b clear all

Explanation:

Intermolecular forces are strongest in solids (as particles are closely packed and have limited movement), weaker in liquids (particles can move more freely than in solids but are still close - knit compared to gases), and weakest in gases (particles are far apart and move freely). So, for solid (C), liquid (B), and gas (A), the order of intermolecular force strength is \(C > B> A\).

Answer:

C > B > A