alleryStart learning →Which observation supports classifying air as a mixture?
AIt has low density compared with water
BIt expands when heated gently
CIt exerts pressure on a container
DIts gases can be separated physically
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Its gases can be separated physically
Air's constituent gases can be separated physically because they are mixed rather than chemically combined into one substance.
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