Question

1. The degree of order of matter is directly proportional to the cohesive forces that hold the matter together. In other words, the more organized the state of matter, the stronger the glue that holds it together. Given the above which one of the states has the strongest cohesive forces?
A. liquid

B. gas

C. solid

D. All states must have the same cohesive
forces

2. Matter is more likely to exist in which state as the temperature is raised and/or the pressure is reduced?
A. solid

B. elemental

C. gas

D. liquid