Physics – Properties of Matter

1. In which state of matter is the Interatomic or intermolecular distance constant?

  1. In gases, the Interatomic or intermolecular distance is fixed
  2. In solids, the Interatomic or intermolecular distance is fixed
  3. In liquids, the Interatomic or intermolecular distance is constantly changing
  4. In plasmas, the Interatomic or intermolecular distance is zero
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Answer: Option B. In solids, the Interatomic or intermolecular distance is fixed

2. Which of the following is correct about Interatomic and Intermolecular Forces?

  1. Interatomic forces are stronger than Intermolecular forces
  2. Intermolecular forces are stronger than Interatomic forces
  3. Interatomic forces only exist in liquids
  4. Intermolecular forces do not play a role in the properties of solids
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Answer: Option A. Interatomic forces are stronger than Intermolecular forces

3. Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between Kinetic energy and Potential energy in solids?

  1. In solids, the Kinetic energy is greater than the Potential energy
  2. In solids, the Kinetic energy is equal to the Potential energy
  3. In solids, there is no relationship between Kinetic and Potential energy
  4. In solids, the Kinetic energy is less than the Potential energy
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Answer: Option D. In solids, the Kinetic energy is less than the Potential energy

4. Which of the following states of matter has the maximum density?

  1. Gas has the maximum density
  2. Liquid has the maximum density
  3. Solid has the maximum density
  4. Plasma has the maximum density
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Answer: Option C. Solid has the maximum density

5. Which state of matter exhibits the weakest intermolecular forces?

  1. Gas has the weakest Intermolecular forces
  2. Solid has the weakest Intermolecular forces
  3. Liquid has the weakest Intermolecular forces
  4. Plasma has the weakest Intermolecular forces
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Answer: Option A. Gas has the weakest Intermolecular forces