The discussion revolves around the behavior of ideal gases, specifically focusing on the relationship between average kinetic energy and molecular speeds within a container. Participants explore concepts from kinetic molecular theory and question how these relate to the speeds of gas particles.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants raising questions about the relationship between mass, kinetic energy, and particle speed. Some guidance has been offered regarding the implications of kinetic energy on speed, but there is no explicit consensus on the interpretations being explored.
Participants are navigating the complexities of kinetic molecular theory and its implications for ideal gases, including the role of mass in determining particle speed. There is a recognition of confusion regarding how mass interacts with kinetic energy in this context.
Right.Lori said:
While that is correct, it is not an answer to the question about the average speed.Lori said:
i think it depends on the mass. The greater the mass , the slower the particle and vice versa. So, since kinetic energy is same in ideal gases, wouldn't the mass make no difference and so velocity is same?mfb said:
Right.Lori said:
That directly contradicts what you figured out before.Lori said:
oh i was just confused, cause i wasn't sure if ideal gasses would neglect mass. but nvmd, cause kinetic energy is the same which means that mass is involvedmfb said:
