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Kinetic Theory and Thermodynamics: Degrees of Freedom MCQ

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Degrees of FreedomMediumQuestion 31008

Question

Degrees of freedom for a diatomic molecule at moderate temperature:
  1. A
    3
  2. B
    5
    Correct
  3. C
    6
  4. D
    7

Correct answer

5

Explanation

Diatomic molecule: 3 translational + 2 rotational = 5 degrees of freedom at moderate T (vibrational modes frozen).

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