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Why do they say temperature is a measure of average kinetic energy how is this possible. how can we take it is it applicable for all types of gases?
Apparently all types of gases behave very similarly -- almost like an ideal gas .Avanthica said:how can we take it is it applicable for all types of gases?
It is not applicable for all types of gasses. It is only applicable for ideal monoatomic gasses. For other gasses thermal energy involves other forms of internal energyAvanthica said:Why do they say temperature is a measure of average kinetic energy how is this possible. how can we take it is it applicable for all types of gases?
What are the other forms of internal energy taken here?Dale said:other forms of internal energy
Rotational, vibrational, electronic, etc.Avanthica said:What are the other forms of internal energy taken here?
Temperature is a physical quantity that measures the average kinetic energy of the particles in a gas. It is a measure of how fast the particles are moving and colliding with each other.
Temperature and kinetic energy are directly proportional. This means that as the temperature of a gas increases, the average kinetic energy of its particles also increases. Similarly, as the temperature decreases, the average kinetic energy decreases.
Temperature is an important property of gases because it affects the behavior and properties of gases. It determines the pressure, volume, and density of a gas, and it also plays a crucial role in chemical reactions and phase changes of gases.
The SI unit of temperature is Kelvin (K). However, other commonly used units are Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F). The relationship between these units can be expressed as: K = °C + 273.15 and °F = (°C x 1.8) + 32.
Yes, temperature can be negative. In the Kelvin scale, it is not possible to have negative temperatures. However, in the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales, negative temperatures can exist. For example, the freezing point of water is 0°C or 32°F, while the boiling point of water is 100°C or 212°F. Temperatures below 0°C or 32°F are considered negative.