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Why do different particles in a gas have different speeds and...

Why do different particles in a gas have different speeds and kinetic energies?

Options

  1. ADue to a loss of kinetic energy
  2. BBecause they have different masses
  3. CAs a result of molecular collisions
  4. DBecause of changes in temperature

Correct answer

C. As a result of molecular collisions

Step-by-step solution

Different particles in a gas have different speeds and kinetic energies because of the collisions they undergo.
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