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11 January, 10:54

Which is the most important factor in determining the state of a substance?

the size of the atoms in a substance

the number of molecules in a substance

the position of the electrons on the outer valence shells

the balance between intermolecular forces and kinetic energy

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  1. 11 January, 11:02
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    b

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  2. 11 January, 11:10
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    The balance between intermolecular forces and kinetic energy

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    If the kinetic energies of the particles are not strong enough to overcome the intermolecular forces, the particles will be locked in place in a crystal lattice. The substance will be a solid.

    If the kinetic energies of the particles are slightly stronger than the intermolecular forces, the particles will be able to slide past each other. The substance will be a liquid.

    If the kinetic energies of the particles are much stronger than the intermolecular forces, the particles will be escape completely from the attractions of their neighbours. The substance will be a gas.
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