Question

The state of matter,which can be easily compressed ,is

• A. Solid
• B. Liquid
• C. Gases
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Gases

The explanation for the correct option:

(c) Gases:

• In the case of gases, the molecules are very far apart from each other.
• As intermolecular spaces are too large, therefore intermolecular forces are almost negligible.
• It is on account of this reason the gaseous do not have a definite shape or definite volume.
• They can be easily compressed, as intermolecular space can be decreased by compressive forces.

The explanation for the incorrect option:

(a) Solid:

• As solid have a definite shape and definite volume
• They cannot be compressed, on account of very small intermolecular spaces.

(b) Liquid:

• As liquids, the molecules are not very tightly packed.
• Furthermore, they can flow and cannot be held without a container.
• They cannot be compressed.

Thus, Option (c) i.e Gases is the correct option.