Question
Physics Question on kinetic theory
Consider a system of large number of particles that can be in three energy states with energies 0 meV, 1 meV, and 2 meV. At temperature T = 300 K, the mean energy of the system (in meV) is closest to
Given: Boltzmann constant kB = 0.086 meVK-1
A
0.12
B
0.97
C
1.32
D
1.82
Answer
1.32
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C) : 1.32.