STANDARDPhysics-Kinetic Theory of Gases

STANDARD Physics Root Mean Square Velocity MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

At what temperature is the rms velocity of hydrogen molecule equal to that of an oxygen molecule at 47°C?

A

10 K

B

20 K

C

30 K

D

40 K

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The rms velocity of H₂ molecule equals the rms velocity of O₂ molecule when T = 20 K, calculated using the formula v_rms = √(3RT/M).

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