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2.1.3a The absolute scale of temperature

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Question 74

The volume of a gas in a sealed cylinder is decreased by pressing a piston down. The temperature of the gas does not change.

After this change is made, what has happened to the gas molecules in the cylinder?

A

They move more slowly.

B

They move more quickly.

C

They hit the cylinder walls less often.

D

They hit the cylinder walls more often.

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