Standard Science Primary 4 Matter

A syringe is filled with 10 ml of water and the nozzle is sealed. Why can the plunger NOT be pushed in further?

A Water is a solid.
B Water has a fixed shape.
C The syringe is too strong.
D Water cannot be compressed.
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Step 1: Liquids and solids have fixed volumes. Step 2: They cannot be compressed into a smaller space. Step 3: Therefore, the plunger cannot move once it hits the water.

Correct answer: Water cannot be compressed.

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