Solids and Plasmas

Question 1

Which of the following aspects of kinetic-molecular theory explain why a plasma-based light doesn’t get unbearably hot? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Particles exchange energy through elastic collisions.; All particles are in constant random motion.; Except during collisions, interactions between particles are negligible.; Temperature depends only on the average kinetic energy of the particles.

Question 2

can conduct electricity.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Both solids and plasmas

Question 3

typically have a low temperature.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Solids

Question 4

typically have a low temperature.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Solids

Question 5

particles have very high velocities.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Plasma

Question 6

Which of these substances are most likely crystalline solids? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

diamond; sugar; salt (NaCl); ice

Question 7

Which of these solids are most likely amorphous solids? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

rubber; plastic; candle wax; glass

Question 8

Which of the following aspects of kinetic-molecular theory explain why a plasma-based light doesn’t get unbearably hot? Select all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Particles exchange energy through elastic collisions.; All particles are in constant random motion.; Except during collisions, interactions between particles are negligible.; Temperature depends only on the average kinetic energy of the particles.

Question 9

Identify which properties could correspond to solids, plasmas, or both. maintain a unique shape.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Solids

Question 10

can conduct electricity.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Both solids and plasmas

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