Question

Which among the following shows the correct decreasing order of compressibility.

• A. Solid > liquid > gas
• B. Gas > solid > liquid
• C. Gas > liquid > solid
• D. Liquid > solid > gas

Answer 1

The correct option is C Gas > liquid > solid

Compressibility is the property of a substance where it can change its shape and structure after applying external pressure.

During compression of a substance, the pressure is applied to it, as a result of which its particles come closer to each other. So, more the interparticle space, more will be the compressibility of the substance.

Hence, the decreasing order of compressibility is gas > liquid > solid.