Particles of matter have spaces between them


 
 
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Particles of matter have spaces between them

The particles of matter have spaces between them:

During the dissolution of sugar in water the particles of sugar occupy the empty spaces between the particles of water. The empty space is called ‘inter molecular space or inter molecular volume.’

  • The space between particles of matter is called inter-molecular space.
  • The amount of inter-molecular space between the particles of matter depends on the type of matter considered.
  • Gases have the highest amount of inter-molecular space between the particles while solids have the least.
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    Question : 1

    Identify the true statement among the following options:

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    Which of the following are correct :

    (a) During the dissolution of sugar in water the particles of sugar occupy the empty spaces between the particles of water.

    (b) The empty space is called ‘intermolecular space or intermolecular volume.’

    (c) During the dissolution of sugar in water the particles of sugar replace the water particles.

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 3

    The force that binds the particles of matter together is known as _______________

    Right Option : D
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