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According to the kinetic molecular theory of liquids and solids, what is the relationship between the speed of particles and temperature?
According to the kinetic molecular theory of liquids and solids, what is the relationship between the speed of particles and temperature?
What is the fundamental difference between states of matter?
What is the fundamental difference between states of matter?
Why are solids and liquids referred to as condensed phases?
Why are solids and liquids referred to as condensed phases?
What are intermolecular forces?
What are intermolecular forces?
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How do the attractions between molecules compare to the intramolecular attractions?
How do the attractions between molecules compare to the intramolecular attractions?
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Study Notes
Kinetic Molecular Theory
- As temperature increases, the speed of particles also increases, resulting in greater kinetic energy.
- This theory explains the behavior of particles in liquids and solids.
States of Matter
- The fundamental difference between states of matter is the arrangement and motion of particles.
- Solids have particles that are closely packed and vibrate in place, while liquids have particles that are close together but are able to slide past each other.
Condensed Phases
- Solids and liquids are referred to as condensed phases because the particles are close together, resulting in a fixed volume and shape.
- In contrast, gases have particles that are widely spaced and have neither a fixed volume nor shape.
Intermolecular Forces
- Intermolecular forces are the attractive and repulsive forces between molecules.
- These forces are responsible for the physical properties of substances, such as melting and boiling points.
Molecular Attractions
- Intermolecular attractions are weaker than intramolecular attractions, which are the forces that hold atoms together within a molecule.
- Despite being weaker, intermolecular attractions play a crucial role in determining the physical properties of substances.
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Test your knowledge on the Kinetic Molecular Theory of Liquids and Solids with this quiz! Explore the concepts of particle motion, temperature, and intermolecular forces.