Join the Most Relevant JEE Main 2025 Test Series & get 99+ percentile! Join Now
Search any question & find its solution
Question: Answered & Verified by Expert
On the basis of kinetic theory of gases, the gas exerts pressure because its molecules:
PhysicsKinetic Theory of GasesJEE Main
Options:
  • A continuously stick to the walls of container.
  • B suffer change in momentum when impinge on the walls of container.
  • C continuously lose their energy till it reaches wall.
  • D are attracted by the walls of container.
Solution:
1349 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: suffer change in momentum when impinge on the walls of container.

From the assumption of KTG, the molecules of gas collide with the walls and suffers momentum change which results in force on the wall and hence pressure.

Looking for more such questions to practice?

Download the MARKS App - The ultimate prep app for IIT JEE & NEET with chapter-wise PYQs, revision notes, formula sheets, custom tests & much more.