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

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Question 31

When looking at tiny pollen grains suspended in a drop of water under a microscope, they are observed to undergo random, erratic movements.

What causes this random motion of the pollen grains?

A

The pollen grains are hit by the rapidly moving water molecules.

B

Convection currents in the water carry the pollen grains randomly.

C

The pollen grains actively swim in search of nutrients.

D

The pollen grains repel each other due to static electric charges.

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