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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces Objective Question

Question

What is the order of ease of compression for the three states of matter?
Options
A Gas > Liquid > Solid
Correct Answer
B Solid > Liquid > Gas
C Liquid > Gas > Solid
D Solid > Gas > Liquid
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The order of ease of compression is: gas > liquid > solid. Gases are easily compressed because of the space between particles.

Hint

The notes provide this specific order.

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