Which sentence explains why gases can change volume but liquids cannot?

Chemistry

2 answers:

choli [55]3 years ago

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Answer: Molecules of gas are usually far apart and can be compressed unlike molecules of liquids.

Explanation:

The molecules of gases are usually far apart, moving freely and randomly, occupying extra space in the containing vessel. Hence, when compressed to become closely packed, gases have lower volume.

However, unlike gases, the molecules of a liquid are restricted, move less freely and occupy no extra space. Hence, liquids cannot be compressed, and their volume remains the same in their containing vessel.

Natasha_Volkova [10]3 years ago

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Answer: The forces holding atoms together are stronger in a liquid than in a gas

Explanation:

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