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Classification of Matter

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A substance 'P' does not have a fixed, volume. It occupies the total space of the container and it can be compressed. What is 'P' likely to be?

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Solid

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Liquid

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Gas

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All of these

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Solution

The correct option is A Gas
Gas is an air-like fluid substance which expands freely to fill any space available, irrespective of its quantity. Gases have no strong bonds between the atoms. They can be compressed.

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