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2.1.2a Particle structure and motion in solids, liquids and gases

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Question 114

Fine smoke particles are trapped in a small glass container containing air. A bright light is shone into the container from the side.

When viewed from above through a microscope, tiny, bright specks of light are observed to move around in a random, jerky fashion.

What are the moving specks of light?

A

air molecules being bombarded by other air molecules

B

air molecules being bombarded by smoke particles

C

smoke particles being bombarded by air molecules

D

smoke particles being bombarded by other smoke particles

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151 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 2.1.2a Particle structure and motion in solids, liquids and gases. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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