Which One of the Following Statements Best Explains Why Gases

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements best explains why gases are not commercially sold by volume?

• A)Gas volume is negligible.
• B)Gas volume is difficult to measure.
• C)Gas volume depends on the type of gas.
• D)Gases have comparatively low densities.
• E)Gas volume depends on temperature and pressure.

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