AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
A gas molecule's average kinetic energy is proportional to
A.absolute temperature
B.pressure alone
C.volume alone
D.the square root of temperature
Explanation
Core Concept
Kₐvg = (3/2)kB T, so energy tracks Kelvin temperature.
Correct Answer
Aabsolute temperature
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