Physics · MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF SOLIDS

Given below are two statements: Statement I: The bulk modulus of a substance is inversely proportional to its compressibility. Statement II: Liquids are significantly more compressible than gases because molecules in liquids are loosely bound. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. A
   Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
2. B
   Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
3. C
   Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
4. D
   Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.