Chemistry

Question Analysis
This question involves the particle arrangement and behavior that define the compressibility of different states of matter. The main focus is on explaining the unique compressibility of gases.

Key Concept Explanation
Compressibility depends on the amount of empty space between particles:
Solids: Minimal empty space (particles tightly packed) → nearly incompressible.
Liquids: Very little empty space (particles close together) → nearly incompressible.
Gases: Large amounts of empty space (particles far apart) → highly compressible (particles can be forced closer together).

Step-by-Step Solution
1. Eliminate Option A (Gas particles have no kinetic energy)—gases have the highest average kinetic energy of the three common states.
2. Eliminate Option C (Gas particles are tightly packed in a crystal lattice)—this describes crystalline solids, not gases.
3. Eliminate Option ...