Physics
What is meant by inter-molecular forces of attraction? How do they vary in solids, liquids and gases?
Matter
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The molecules of matter exert a force of attraction on each other known as inter-molecular forces of attraction. This force of attraction is maximum in solids, less in liquids and the least in gases.
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