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2.1.3a The absolute scale of temperature

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Question 82

A sample of gas is trapped in a rigid container. As the temperature of the gas is decreased, the pressure decreases.

Which statement is not correct?

A

The gas molecules have less kinetic energy on average.

B

The gas molecules hit the walls of the container with less force.

C

The gas molecules hit the walls of the container less frequently.

D

The average distance between the gas molecules decreases.

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