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The Kinetic Energy of Gas 2 formula calculates the kinetic energy of the second gas in a mixture based on the kinetic energy of the first gas, the number of moles of each gas, and their respective temperatures. This formula is derived from the kinetic theory of gases.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula shows that kinetic energy is proportional to both the number of moles and the absolute temperature of the gas.
Details: Calculating kinetic energy of gases is essential for understanding gas behavior, predicting molecular motion, and analyzing thermodynamic processes in gas mixtures.
Tips: Enter all values in appropriate units (J for energy, mol for moles, K for temperature). All values must be positive and non-zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: Why is temperature in Kelvin?
A: The kinetic energy formula requires absolute temperature, and Kelvin is the absolute temperature scale where 0K represents absolute zero.
Q2: What if the gases are at the same temperature?
A: If T₁ = T₂, the temperature ratio becomes 1, and KE₂ = KE₁ × (n₂/n₁).
Q3: Can this formula be used for ideal gases only?
A: This formula is derived from kinetic theory and works best for ideal gases under standard conditions.
Q4: What are typical values for kinetic energy of gases?
A: Kinetic energy values vary widely depending on temperature and number of moles, typically ranging from microjoules to kilojoules.
Q5: How does kinetic energy relate to pressure?
A: For ideal gases, pressure is proportional to the average kinetic energy of the gas molecules per unit volume.