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Pressure of a gas is directly proportional to:

Correct answer: C. Average translational K.E. of its molecules

  • A. Average K.E. of its molecules
  • B. Average vibrational K.E. of its molecules
  • C. Average translational K.E. of its molecules
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

According to the kinetic theory of gases, gas pressure arises from collisions of molecules with the walls, which depend on their translational motion. Hence, the pressure of a gas is directly proportional to the average translational kinetic energy of its molecules.

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