Questions
The table compares the characteristics of a substance in three different states of matter. Comparison of Characteristics \begin{array}{|l|l|l|l|} \hline\ Characteristic\ &\ State\ \(\ \mathbf{X}\ \)\ &\ State\ \(\ \mathbf{Y}\ \)\ &\ State\ \(\ \mathbf{Z}\ \)\ \\ \hline\ Average\ Kinetic\ Energy\ of\ the\ Molecules\ &\ Low\ &\ Greatest\ &\ Least\ \\ \hline\ Particle\ Attraction/Forces\ &\ Weak\ &\ Negligible\ &\ Strong\ \\ \hline \end{array} Which of these best describes the state of the substance represented by State Z? It is a solid because strong attractive forces prevent particles from moving. It is a liquid because strong attractive forces prevent particles from moving. It is a liquid because weak attractive forces allow for some motion. It is a gas because weak attractive forces allow for some motion.