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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces Objective Question

Question

What causes gas pressure?
Options
A The collision of gas particles with the surface of the container
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B The weight of the gas
C The temperature of the gas
D The volume of the gas
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The collision of the gas particles with the surface of the container causes gas pressure.

Hint

The notes attribute pressure to particle collisions.

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