Which of the Three Phases of Matter (Solid, Liquid, or Gas)

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the three phases of matter (solid, liquid, or gas) has particles separated by the least amount of distance?

• A) solid
• B) liquid
• C) gas
• D) The separation distance is about the same in all three phases.

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Definitions:

Market Value

The current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in a open and competitive market.

Par Value

A nominal value assigned to a share of stock for legal purposes, often used in calculating equity or debt issues.

Shares Issued

Refers to the total number of shares that a company has officially distributed to shareholders, including both public investors and corporate insiders.

Liquidation Value

Liquidation value is the estimated amount of money that an asset or business would fetch if it were to be sold or liquidated immediately, often used in bankruptcy proceedings.