Question

Give reasons for the following,

A gas can be easily compressed.

Answer 1

Explanation:

1. Gases do not have fixed shape and volume.
2. Intermolecular force of attraction between the molecules of a gas is almost negligible.
3. So, there is a very large intermolecular space between gas molecules.
4. Thus on mere applying pressure, they are easily compressed.
5. Due to its high compressibility, a large amount of gas can be put in a small cylinder by compression.