Question
Chemistry Question on States of matter
Which of the following postulates of kinetic theory of gases is not correct?
A
Gases consist of particles which are in continuous, random motion.
B
The particles are infinitely small and very close to each other.
C
The collisions of the particles with each other are elastic.
D
The pressure of a gas is caused by the collisions of gas particles with the wall of the container.
Answer
The particles are infinitely small and very close to each other.
Explanation
Solution
The particles of a gas are infinitely small and stay apart as far as possible.