Theory of RMS Speed Formula Explained | Understanding Vrms = √(3RT/M)

[l33t_V]

Hello all,

I would like to know what is the theory behind the formula of the rms speed,
Vrms = root(3rt/M).

Thank you

 

[jtbell]

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/Kinetic/kinthe.html

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/Kinetic/kintem.html (this page has your equation)