flüssiggasförmig

Flüssiggasförmig describes a state of matter where a substance is in a liquid form but primarily consists of gas molecules that have been liquefied under pressure or low temperature. This state is distinct from a true liquid, which typically has a more ordered molecular structure. In the flüssiggasförmig state, the molecules are still relatively far apart compared to a solid or a dense liquid, but they are close enough to exhibit some cohesive forces, allowing them to occupy a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

Common examples of substances that can exist in a flüssiggasförmig state include liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), such as propane and butane, and cryogenic liquids like liquid nitrogen and liquid oxygen. These substances are typically stored and transported under pressure to maintain their liquid state at ambient temperatures. When the pressure is released, they readily vaporize back into a gaseous state. The term emphasizes the gaseous nature of the constituent particles, even when condensed into a liquid form. Understanding this state is crucial in various industrial and domestic applications, particularly in energy storage and chemical processes.