Siti tried to push the plunger of a syringe filled with air while blocking the nozzle. She found that she could push the plunger in slightly. What does this show about air?
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Step 1: Identify the state of matter (Air is a gas).
Step 2: Recall properties of gases (No fixed volume, can be compressed).
Step 3: Pushing the plunger in reduces the space the air takes up.
Step 4: This confirms air can be compressed.
Correct answer: Air can be compressed.
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