One significant difference between gases and liquids is that __________.

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One of the significant differences between gases and liquids is that a gas assumes the volume of its container while a liquid has a fixed volume. A gas fills the entire space available to it, while a liquid conforms to the shape of its container. Hence, option B is the correct choice. Option A is incorrect because both gases and liquids are made up of molecules. Option C is incorrect because both gases and liquids may consist of elements and compounds. Option D is incorrect because not all gases are mixtures (e.g., helium) and not all mixtures are gases (e.g., saltwater).

One Significant Difference Between Gases and Liquids Is That __________