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#gas expansion

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What is the primary factor affecting the volume expansion of a gas compared to solids and liquids?

Gases expand much more than solids and liquids due to their higher coefficient of volume expansion, which is temperature-dependent and significantly larger (Section 10.5). As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to Coefficient of volume expansion. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option D is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCBI Bookshelf, Ideal Gas Law: P1V1/T1 = P2V2/T2.