Explain the rigidity and intermolecular forces of the three states of matter.


Intermolecular forces are forces of attraction or repulsion that arise between the molecules of a substance.

Rigidity is the property of matter which helps it to retain its shape when force is applied to it.

We know that the three states of matter are: Solid, Liquid, and Gas.


CharacteristicsSolidsLiquidsGases
Intermolecular forces StrongLess strongWeak
Rigidity 
Yes
No
No
Intermolecular spaces 
Minimum 
More than solids 
Maximum 
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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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