If the absolute temperature of a gas is doubled,what is the change in the average kinetic energy of its molecules?
A)no change
B)increases by a factor of 2
C)decreases by a factor of 2
D)increases by a factor of
E)decreases by a factor of

Question

If the absolute temperature of a gas is doubled,what is the change in the average kinetic energy of its molecules?
A)no change 
B)increases by a factor of 2 
C)decreases by a factor of 2 
D)increases by a factor of 
E)decreases by a factor of

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The average kinetic energy of a gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature. Therefore, if the absolute temperature is doubled, the average kinetic energy of its molecules will also double.

If the Absolute Temperature of a Gas Is Doubled,what Is