Which of the following statements about kinetic theory of gases is wrong? - VgyanHub

Question:

Which of the following statements about kinetic theory of gases is wrong?

Options :

(a) The molecules of a gas are in continuous random motion
(b) The molecules continuously undergo inelastic collisions
(c) The molecules do not interact with each other except during collisions
(d) The collisions amongst the molecules are of short duration

Answer :

(b) The molecules continuously undergo inelastic collisions

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