Question 6
Gas LawsThe basic assumption in the kinetic theory of gases that the collisions of the gaseous molecules are perfectly elastic implies that the
- A.forces of attraction and repulsion are in equilibrium
- B.gaseous molecules can occupy any available space
- C.gaseous molecules will continue their motion indefinitely
- D.gases can be compressed
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (gaseous molecules will continue their motion indefinitely)
Explanation
In a perfectly elastic collision no kinetic energy is lost, so the molecules never slow down and keep moving.