Which Formula Should I Use to Calculate the Kinetic Energy of Gases?

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The discussion revolves around calculating the kinetic energy of three different gases contained in separate tanks, all at a uniform temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. Participants are exploring which formula is appropriate for this calculation, specifically distinguishing between average kinetic energy and total kinetic energy.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster considers using two formulas: E = 3/2 RT and E = 3/2 kT, questioning their applicability to the problem. Some participants express uncertainty regarding whether the problem requires average kinetic energy or total kinetic energy for each gas.

Discussion Status

Participants are actively engaging with the problem, with some suggesting that the question may imply the need for average kinetic energy, while others seek clarification on the definitions and applications of the formulas presented. There is no explicit consensus on the correct interpretation of the problem statement.

Contextual Notes

The original poster emphasizes that the problem does not specify the need for average kinetic energy, leading to confusion about which formula to apply. The discussion reflects a need for clarity on the definitions and contexts of the kinetic energy formulas used.

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in the picture you can see Three different tanks contain Three different gases.
the temperature are equal to 25 Degrees Celsius in all the Three tanks,
and it not changing.

i asked to calculate the kinetic energy of the Three different gases.
so i thought to use this formula:3/2*RT but i also can use this formula :E=3/2kT but this formula is for average kinetic energy of the Three different gases no?

I'm confused about what formula is correct to solve my question.
thanks.
 

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omni said:
in the picture you can see Three different tanks contain Three different gases.
the temperature are equal to 25 Degrees Celsius in all the Three tanks,
and it not changing.

i asked to calculate the kinetic energy of the Three different gases.
so i thought to use this formula:3/2*RT but i also can use this formula :E=3/2kT but this formula is for average kinetic energy of the Three different gases no?

I'm confused about what formula is correct to solve my question.
thanks.

I would assume the question is asking for the average kinetic energy of the gas. However, I can't say for sure without seeing the exact problem statement.
 
hi.

well i gave you the exact problem statement as i got it.

and is not says to find the average kinetic energy of the gas, only to find the kinetic energy of each gas that given.

tell me if i correct, this formula:E=3/2kT is for average kinetic energy?
and this formula E=3RT/2 is just for kinetic energy of gas?

if i not asked to find the average kinetic energy only the kinetic energy of each gas so i need to use E=3RT/2?

thank you.
 
well sorry is speak about the average kinetic energy of the gas
 

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