Why do you think this? Remember: In a solid the molecules are more compact (takes up less space) Calculate 100g of liquid gold has a volume of 6.5mL. D=m/v D=100g/6.5mL D=15.4g/mL 100g of solid gold has a volume of 5.2mL D=100g/5.2mL D=19.3g/mL In Generalâ¦.