Question

Why sponge being a reffered to as a solid can be compressed? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

A sponge can be compressed easily but still we count them in solids because they have minute pores in it which are filled with air. When we press the sponge air is expelled from its holes making it highly compressible.

Answer 2

Answer:

Sponge is compressible because it is having minute pores in which air is trapped . on presssing the air is expelled. it is still considered as a solid because it has a definite volume and shape does not changes unless compressed.....

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