Why Are Gases Compressible Whereas Solids Are Not Compressible

Why are gases compressible whereas solids are not compressible?

A) Particles in a gas are held closely together by magnetic forces.
B) Particles in a gas have a large amount of empty space between them.
C) Particles in a gas move slowly relative to particles in a solid.
D) Particles in a gas are held closely together by intermolecular forces.

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