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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which gas property is described as applying pressure in all directions?
Options
A Compressibility
B Diffusibility
C Pressure exertion
Correct Answer
D Ductility
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Gases exert pressure on all surfaces they come into contact with. This pressure is exerted uniformly in all directions within a container due to the constant, random motion of gas particles colliding with the walls.

Hint

Think about how gas molecules interact with the walls of their container.

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