A substance X has definite volume, no fixed shape and is almost incompressible. What is the physical state of the substance X?

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The physical state of substance X is of the liquid state, as the liquid has a definite volume and has no fixed shape, it takes the shape of the container, where the liquid is situated.
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A substance X has definite volume, no fixed shape and is almost incompressible. What is the physical state of the substance X?

Dear Student, The physical state of substance X is of the liquid state, as the liquid has a definite volume and has no fixed shape, it takes the shape of the container, where the liquid is situated​​​. ​​​​Regards

Dear Student,
The physical state of substance X is of the liquid state, as the liquid has a definite volume and has no fixed shape, it takes the shape of the container, where the liquid is situated.
Regards