Question

two different gases are stored in separate closed containers. if both gases have a temperature of 50°c, which statement is true? the thermal energies of gas molecules in the two containers are unrelated. the gas molecules in both containers will absorb heat from the surroundings. the molecules in one gas will transfer energy to the molecules in the other gas. the gas molecules in both containers have the same average kinetic energy.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall kinetic - theory of gases

The average kinetic energy of gas molecules is directly proportional to the temperature.

Step2: Analyze given temperature

Both gases have a temperature of 50°C.

Step3: Determine correct statement

Since temperature is the same, average kinetic energy is the same for both gases.

Answer:

D. The gas molecules in both containers have the same average kinetic energy.