Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Kinetic particle model of matter

Kinetic particle model of matter — practice question

Fig. 4.1 depicts a helium-filled balloon that is used to carry measuring instruments to a very large height above Earth’s surface.
(a)[3]

Explain, in momentum terms, how helium atoms exert a force on the balloon wall.

(b(i))[2]

Explain, using the helium atoms in the balloon, why the pressure inside the balloon is less than it is at ground level.

(b(ii))[2]

Calculate the pressure of the helium when its volume is $12\,\text{m}^3$.

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