Here's why:
* Intermolecular Forces: The forces of attraction between particles (intermolecular forces) are much weaker in gases than in liquids. In gases, these forces are almost negligible, allowing particles to move freely and independently. In liquids, these forces are stronger, holding the particles closer together but still allowing them to move around.
* Density: Gases are much less dense than liquids. This is because the particles in a gas are spread out much farther apart than in a liquid. This means the intermolecular forces are weaker and the particles can move more freely.
In summary: Gas particles are held less tightly than liquid particles due to weaker intermolecular forces and greater distance between particles.
