Which one of the following statements is wrong for gases?

  • A
    Gases do not have a definite shape and volume.
  • B
    Volume of the gas is equal to the volume of the container confining the gas.
  • C
    Confined gas exerts uniform pressure on the walls of its container in all directions.
  • D
    Mass of the gas cannot be determined by weighing a container in which it is enclosed.

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