Kinetic Theory Of Matter Flashcards
1
Q
What is the ‘Kinetic Theory of Matter’?
A
The kinetic molecular theory describes the behaviour of gases in terms of particles in motion
2
Q
What assumptions does the theory make?
A
a) In a sample of a gas, the volume of the gas particles themselves is very low compared to the volume of the sample.
b) Because gas particles are far apart, there are no significant attractive or repulsive forces between gas particles.
c) Gas particles are in constant and rapid motion.
d) The collisions between gas particles are elastic; that is, no kinetic energy is lost.
