Chapter 13, Problem 1A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The similarities and differences between the three states of matter have to be described.

Concept Introduction:

Matter consists of atoms. Matter mainly exists as three different states such as-

1. Solid
2. Liquid
3. Gas

Explanation of Solution

The similarities between the three states of matter are:

1. They are made up of small, tiny particles.
2. They contain an individual mass and can occupy space.
3. There is force of attractions between the atoms in each of the three states.

The difference between the three states of matter are:

SL No	Solid	Liquid	Gas
1.	There is strong intermolecular force of attraction between the atoms in solids.	The intermolecular force of attraction between the atoms are stronger than gases but weaker than solids.	There is no intermolecular force of attraction between the atoms in gases.
2.	The atoms in the solid are closely packed.	The atoms in the liquid are loosely packed.	The atoms in the liquid are most loosely bound.
3.	Solid contain definite shape.	Liquid do not contain definite shape.	Gases do not contain definite shape.
4.	The solids cannot be compressed under any conditions.	The liquids are not compressible.	The gases can be compressible under certain conditions.