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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding Objective Question
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Why do gases display significantly lower densities compared to solids and liquids?
Options
A Large intermolecular spaces give them large volumes relative to mass
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B Gaseous atoms possess fewer protons and neutrons than condensed matter
C Gas particles expand individual atomic radii upon entering the gas phase
D Repulsive nuclear forces reduce the intrinsic weight of gas molecules
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Because gases have large intermolecular spaces, they occupy very large volumes compared to their mass, resulting in low density.

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Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Bonding
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1856 of 1872
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