Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Kinetic particle model of matter

Kinetic particle model of matter — practice question

(a)[1]

State what happens to the gas molecules in a sealed container when the gas temperature is raised.

(b)[2]

State, in terms of molecules, two reasons why the gas pressure rises.

(c(i))[2]

Calculate the new pressure of the helium. Assume the temperature remains constant.

(c(ii))[1]

Suggest why it may become necessary to release helium from the balloon as it rises further.

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