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Standard IX
Chemistry
Kinetic Energy of Particles of Matter
Which of the ...
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Which of the following states of matter has the highest kinetic energy of the particles?

A
Solids
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Liquids
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C
Gases
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All the states have same kinetic energy
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Solution

The correct option is C Gases
Higher the distance between the particles, lower is the inter particle force of attraction. Hence, particles would be free to move with higher kinetic energy.
Therefore, the order of kinetic energy: Solids < Liquids < Gases

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