Physics-Kinetic Interpretation of Temperature

NEET Physics Kinetic Interpretation of Temperature MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11

Given that the root mean square speed (v_rms) of nitrogen gas molecules at 300 K is 516 m/s, what would be the approximate v_rms for a gas with half the molecular mass of nitrogen at the same temperature?

A

730 m/s

B

516 m/s

C

364 m/s

D

1032 m/s

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

For a gas with half the molecular mass, v_rms is greater by a factor of sqrt(2), resulting in 516 * sqrt(2) ≈ 730 m/s.

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