Here's why:
* Gas: In the gas state, molecules are far apart and have the most freedom of movement. They move rapidly and randomly, colliding frequently.
* Liquid: In the liquid state, molecules are closer together and move more slowly than in the gas state. They can slide past each other but are still relatively free to move.
* Solid: In the solid state (ice), molecules are tightly packed in a fixed structure and vibrate in place. They have the least amount of movement compared to the other states.
Therefore, the higher the temperature, the faster the water molecules move, and the more likely they are to exist in a gaseous state.
