Question

What state of matter can be compressed?

Responses

solids

solids

liquids

liquids

solids, liquids, and gases

solids, liquids, and gases

gases

Answer 1

Gases can be compressed significantly, as their particles are far apart and have more space between them. While liquids can be compressed to a much lesser extent, solids are generally not compressible. Therefore, the most accurate response is that gases can be compressed, although liquids can be compressible under certain conditions as well.

In summary, while the best answer is **gases**, it's also worth noting that **solids, liquids, and gases** can all be compressed to varying degrees, although the degree of compressibility differs greatly among the states.