Standard Science Primary 4 Cycles

A syringe is filled with 20ml of air and the nozzle is sealed. If the plunger is pushed in as far as possible, what will be the final volume of air?

A Less than 20ml
B Exactly 20ml
C More than 20ml
D 0ml
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Step 1: Air is a gas. Step 2: Gases can be compressed because their particles have large spaces between them. Step 3: Pushing the plunger reduces the volume occupied by the air.

Correct answer: Less than 20ml

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