Question

.Write short notes on the characteristic properties of gases

Answer 1

Gases:

• Gas is a state of matter made up of particles with no defined volume or structure.
• Examples are oxygen as well as carbon dioxide.

Characteristics of gases:

• They must be lighter in weight than liquids and solids.
• They can be compacted easily.
• The gases completely mix all specified proportions without the use of any mechanical aid.
• They use the same amount of pressure in all directions.
• The intermolecular forces between gaseous particles are negligible.