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

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Question 52

Brownian motion can be observed under a microscope when looking at tiny pollen grains suspended in calm water.

What is the primary cause of the continuous, random movement of these pollen grains?

A

The pollen grains are constantly bombarded by fast-moving water molecules.

B

Convection currents in the water carry the pollen grains in random directions.

C

The pollen grains have different densities and rise or sink at different rates.

D

The pollen grains collide with the glass slide holding the water droplet.

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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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