The Earths atmosphere consists primarily of oxygen (21%)
Chapter 21, Problem 47(choose chapter or problem)
The Earths atmosphere consists primarily of oxygen (21%) and nitrogen (78%). The rms speed of oxygen molecules (O2) in the atmosphere at a certain location is 535 m/s. (a) What is the temperature of the atmosphere at this location? (b) Would the rms speed of nitrogen molecules (N2) at this location be higher, equal to, or lower than 535 m/s? Explain. (c) Determine the rms speed of N2 at his location.
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