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IAT IISER2023ChemistryStates of Matter

Why is it harder to compress liquids and solids relative to gases?

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  1. AMolecules are closer to each other in solids and liquids.
  2. BSolids and liquids have definite volume.
  3. CDue to the absence of electron-nuclear attraction in solids and liquids.
  4. DDue to the presence of electron-nuclear attraction in solids and liquids.

Correct answer

A. Molecules are closer to each other in solids and liquids.

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