Gases can be compressed easily because___.

gases have definite shape

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gases have strong intermolecular force of attraction

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gases are non-compressible

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gases are compressible

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Solution

The correct option is D
gases are compressible

Gases can be compressed easily, because when force is applied to gases, the large intermolecular space decreases, resulting in reduction of the volume.

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