NEET Physics Mean Free Path MCQ Question
What term is used to describe the average distance traveled by a molecule between successive collisions in a gas?
Mean Free Path
Collision Rate
Molecular Diameter
Average Speed
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The mean free path refers to the average distance a molecule moves before colliding with another molecule. This concept is essential in understanding the behavior of gases as described in kinetic theory.
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