Concept explainers
(a)
The rms speed of the
(a)
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The escape speed of the gas molecules in atmosphere of Mars is
Temperature is
Formula used:
Write the expression for the rms speed of the molecule.
Here,
Write the equation for the conversion of Celsius to kelvin.
Calculation:
Substitute
Substitute
Conclusion:
The rms speed of the
(b)
The rms speed of
(b)
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The escape speed of the gas molecules in atmosphere of Mars is
Temperature is
Formula used:
Write the expression for the rms speed of the molecule.
Calculation:
Substitute
Conclusion:
The root mean square speed for the oxygen molecule is
(c)
The root mean square speed of the
(c)
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The escape speed of the gas molecules in atmosphere of Mars is
Temperature is
Formula used:
Write the expression for the rms speed of the molecule.
Calculation:
Substitute
Conclusion:
The root mean square speed for the
(d)
Whether the hydrogen, oxygen and carbon dioxide molecules to be found in the atmosphere of the mars.
(d)
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The escape speed of the gas molecules in atmosphere of Mars is
Temperature is
Formula used:
Calculate
Here,
Calculation:
Substitute
Conclusion:
As
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