Multiple choice

Which of the following postulates is wrong regarding the Kinetic Theory of gases?

  1. It is based on wave nature of matter

  2. Rapid motion & collision of molecules

  3. Perfectly elastic molecular collisions

  4. Negligible forces between the molecules
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Explanation

In order to explain the observed behaviour of gases, a model was proposed based on the molecular and kinetic concept of gas molecules. This model takes into account the particulate nature of matter and the constant movement of particles.

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