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kinetic theory of gases

 

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Noun kinetic theory of gases has 1 sense
  1. kinetic theory, kinetic theory of gases - (physics) a theory that gases consist of small particles in random motion
    --1 is a kind of scientific theory
    --1 has particulars: kinetic theory of heat

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Kinetic Theory of Gases

Noun: The kinetic theory of gases states that gases are composed of a large number of tiny particles in constant motion, which explains their macroscopic properties.

Example Sentence: According to the kinetic theory of gases, the pressure exerted by a gas is a result of the collisions between its particles and the walls of the container.


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