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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Objective Question
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Why do gases exert pressure in all directions?
Options
A Gas particles are stationary
B Gas particles have no kinetic energy
C Gas particles are in constant random motion and collide with all surfaces
Correct Answer
D Gas particles are only affected by gravity
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Gases exert pressure in all directions because their particles are in constant, random, rapid motion. They collide with the walls of their container from all directions, resulting in uniform pressure throughout.

Hint

Unlike solids and liquids, gas pressure is not directional.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1577 of 1872
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