Question

What is the physical state of matter at room temperature for the following:
a. gold d. candle wax
b. gasoline e. rubbing alcohol
c. helium f. mercury

Answer 1

At room temperature, the physical states of the specified substances are as follows:

a. **Gold** - Solid
b. **Gasoline** - Liquid
c. **Helium** - Gas
d. **Candle wax** - Solid (typically at room temperature)
e. **Rubbing alcohol** (isopropyl alcohol) - Liquid
f. **Mercury** - Liquid (note: mercury is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature)

So to summarize:

- Gold: Solid
- Gasoline: Liquid
- Helium: Gas
- Candle wax: Solid
- Rubbing alcohol: Liquid
- Mercury: Liquid