Which of the following equations could be possibly used to determine the rate of diffusion of a gas in an enclosed flask once the valve is opened?
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Correct Answer: B. KE = (1/2)mv2
The rate of expansion (or diffusion) is directly proportional to the mean velocity of the gas molecules. The only equation that has a term for velocity is the one in choice B.
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