Chapter 10, Problem 2QC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason that the molecules or atoms hold together as liquids or solids instead of gas is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

The existence of matter is categorized in different forms depending on attractive forces called the intermolecular forces that exist between the individual molecules.

The more the intermolecular forces, the more will be the regularized arrangement of molecules leading to rigid structures and more stability.