Chemistry - Ideal Gas Question with Solution | TestHub
ChemistryIdeal GasMaxwell's Distribution LawHard2 minQB
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The most probable kinetic energy of gas molecule is
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Answer:
A
Solution:
The Maxwell energy distribution is f(E) ∝ √(E)·e-E/kT. Setting (df)/(dE) = 0: 1/(2E) = 1/(kT) ⇒ Eₘₚ = (kT)/2. (3/2kT is the average KE.) Confirms Ans (a) kT/2.
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