Which shows the correct order of states of matter in terms of empty space between particles? Start with the state of matter in which particles are closest together.(1 point)

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Responses

liquid, solid, gas
liquid, solid, gas

solid, gas, liquid
solid, gas, liquid

gas, liquid, solid
gas, liquid, solid

solid, liquid, gas
solid, liquid, gas

Answer 1

The correct order of states of matter in terms of empty space between particles, starting with the state of matter in which particles are closest together, is:

solid, liquid, gas

In solids, particles are closely packed together with very little empty space. In liquids, the particles are still close but have more space than in solids. In gases, the particles are far apart, resulting in a lot of empty space.