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Why is oxygen a gas?

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An elements properties are determined by its electron structure. Oxygen has an electron structure that makes it a nonmetal and a gas.

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Oxygen forms a stable diatomic molecule. The intermolecular forces are insufficient to raise the boiling point above normal temperature so it is a gas.

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