The Graph Shows the Maxwell-Boltzmann Distribution Function of the Number

question 71

Multiple Choice

The graph shows the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution function of the number of gas molecules per unit speed range at a given temperature. The average speed, the most probable speed, and the rms speed (in this order) are most likely given by

• A) x, y, z
• B) z, x, y
• C) y, z, x
• D) y, x, z
• E) z, y, x

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Definitions:

Evolutionary Change

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Adaptive Evolution

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