AP Physics 2hardmcq1 pt
A gas molecule's average speed doubles when its absolute temperature
A.quadruples
B.doubles
C.halves
D.stays constant
Explanation
Core Concept
K ∝ T and K ∝ v², so doubling v requires T × 4.
Correct Answer
Aquadruples
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