Question

which of the forces cause matter to resist compression

Attractive
Repulsive
Gravitational
None​

Answer 1

Resistive Forces causes matter to resist compression.

Let us consider two similar charged molecules held near one another. Now , we try to to make the charged molecules go towards each other.

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Now, we know that: like charges repel each other.

So, whenever we try to make the charged molecules go closer to one another the repulsive force increases and prevents the compression of molecules.

Another example:

• When we try to compress a solid or liquid , we cannot do so easily because the molecules inside the solid or liquid exert repulsive force on each other and prevent the compression.

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