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CHM 101 Chemical Thermodynamics Objective Question

Question

What types of motion do molecules exhibit?
Options
A Only translational motion
B Only vibrational motion
C Translational, vibrational, and rotational motion
Correct Answer
D Only rotational motion
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Molecules exhibit several types of motion: translational (movement of the entire molecule), vibrational (periodic motion of atoms within a molecule), and rotational (rotation of the molecule about an axis).

Hint

The notes list these three types.

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