Which best explains why a crystal is incompressible?

A. Its molecules remain in position without vibrating.

B. The molecules of a crystal behave like those of a gas.

C. There is little, if any, space left between its adjacent molecules.

D. Its molecules switch positions when they are compressed.

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Chemistry

Cierra Peck

11 March, 01:05

Which best explains why a crystal is incompressible?

A. Its molecules remain in position without vibrating.

B. The molecules of a crystal behave like those of a gas.

C. There is little, if any, space left between its adjacent molecules.

D. Its molecules switch positions when they are compressed.

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Evan Pollard · Answer 1

The answer is c. I just took the test

Addison Cordova · Answer 2

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option C. The statement that best explains why a crystal is incompressible would be that there is little, if any, space left between its adjacent molecules. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.

Which best explains why a crystal is incompressible?A. Its molecules remain in position without vibrating.B. The molecules of a crystal behave like those of a gas.C. There is little, if any, space left between its adjacent molecules.D. Its molecules switch positions when they are compressed.