Assume Molecules Have an Average Diameter of 3

question 36

Multiple Choice

Assume molecules have an average diameter of 3.00 × 10−¹⁰ m. How many times larger is the mean free path than the diameter at one atmosphere and 0°C?

• A) 500
• B) 300
• C) 700
• D) 1 000
• E) 2 500

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Definitions:

Fruit Flies

Small flies, often used as model organisms in genetic research, belonging to the genus Drosophila.

Same Size

Refers to objects or entities that have identical dimensions or measurements in all aspects.

Radioactively Labeled

Refers to molecules that have been tagged with radioactive isotopes in order to trace or detect them in biological processes, experiments, or diagnostics.

Genetic Material

The DNA or RNA molecules that carry genetic information essential for inheritance and cellular function.