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Bot GPT 3.5 The kinetic theory of matter states that all particles (atoms and molecules) in a substance are in constant motion. The speed and energy of these particles determine the state of matter (solid, liquid, gas).
In the case of liquid petrol and water, petrol is a volatile substance with low boiling point. When liquid petrol is exposed to the environment, the particles in the liquid gain enough energy to overcome the attractive forces holding them together and evaporate into the gas phase. This process is known as evaporation.
On the other hand, water has a higher boiling point compared to petrol. The attractive forces between water molecules are stronger, requiring more energy for the molecules to break free from the liquid phase and evaporate into the gas phase. As a result, water evaporates at a slower rate compared to petrol.
Therefore, the liquid petrol evaporates quickly due to its low boiling point and volatility, while water evaporates at a slower rate due to its higher boiling point and stronger intermolecular forces. This explains why liquid petrol disappears faster than water when exposed to the environment.