Explain how the three states of matter arise due to variations in the characteristics of the particles.
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| Variation in Characteristic | Effect on State of Matter |
|---|---|
| $(i)$ Temperature | With an increase in temperature,the solid state melts to form a liquid,and a liquid boils to form a gaseous state. |
| $(ii)$ Pressure | With an increase in pressure,the gaseous state liquefies,and liquids can be compressed further. |
| $(iii)$ Interparticle space | The space between particles is minimal in solids,moderate in liquids,and maximum in gases,determined by temperature and pressure. |
| $(iv)$ Interparticle forces | Strongest in solids,weaker in liquids,and negligible in gases,which dictates the physical state. |
| $(v)$ Kinetic energy | Higher kinetic energy at higher temperatures leads to the transition from solid to liquid to gas. |
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