Solution: What are the basic assumptions of the kinetic

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Assumption of the Kinetic Theory of Gasses;

•   The distance between gas molecules is much greater than the size of the gas molecules themselves. (Gas molecules have mass but negligible volume).

•   Gas molecules are constantly moving. When they collide, energy is transferred perfectly between them (elastic collision). The total energy of all the molecules in a closed system remains the same.

•   Gas molecules do not attract or repel one another.

•   The temperature of the gas (in degrees) is proportional to its average kinetic energy. Two gasses at the same temperature will have the same average kinetic energy.