2007-07-17 20:47:37 · 4 answers · asked by Simona Sekulova 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
The intermolecular distances are large in gases (mean free path), compared to liquids and solids. So, they can be compressed. As the pressure increases, the molecules come closer and if enough pressure is applied, the gas becomes liquid!
2007-07-17 20:53:47 · answer #1 · answered by Swamy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In gases the molecules are spaced far apart compared to solids or liquids, hence there is plenty of room for them to be compressed.
2007-07-18 03:51:28 · answer #2 · answered by Southpaw 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the molecules are not joined, so they move freely around, making them, "loose".
in solids all the molecules are joined together by bonds and wont move around
liquida re joined but with not as many bonds, meaning it will move to fit any container, but can't be easily compressed
2007-07-18 03:58:04 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-07-18 03:56:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋