Kinetic Theory

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Question 150 of 168

On the basis of kinetic theory of gases, the gas exerts pressure because its molecules:

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Answer: (B) suffer change in momentum when impinge on the walls of container.

From the assumption of KTG, the molecules of gas collide with the walls and suffers momentum change which results in force on the wall and hence pressure.

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