Molecular Speeds: What Is the Root-Mean-Square Value of the Following

question 121

Multiple Choice

Molecular speeds: What is the root-mean-square value of the following velocity components: 2.0 m/s, -3.0 m/s, and 4.0 m/s?

• A) 5.4 m/s
• B) 1.9 m/s
• C) 3.1 m/s
• D) 3.3 m/s
• E) 1.0 m/s

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