A fraction of internal energy is due to molecular vibration, which is different in different states of matter. Which of the following gives the correct order of fraction of internal energy due to molecular vibration?
Correct answer: C. Solid > liquid > gas
- A. Solid > gas > liquid
- B. Gas > liquid > solid
- C. Solid > liquid > gas
- D. Gas > solid < liquid
Explanation
Solids have the greatest fraction of internal energy due to molecular vibration, followed by liquids and then gases. In solids, the molecules are tightly packed and have the smallest amount of kinetic energy, resulting in a greater fraction of internal energy due to molecular vibration. In liquids, the molecules have more kinetic energy and can move around more freely, resulting in a smaller fraction of internal energy due to molecular vibration. In gases, the molecules have the highest kinetic energy and are free to move around and collide with each other, resulting in the smallest fraction of internal energy due to molecular vibration.
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