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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Physical: Chemical Kinetics

Question:

The peak of Maxwell Boltzmann distribution curve represents which of the following?

Options:

Least probable kinetic energy

Most probable kinetic energy

Minimum kinetic energy

Maximum kinetic energy

Correct Answer:

Most probable kinetic energy

Explanation:

The peak of the curve corresponds to the most probable kinetic energy, i.e., kinetic energy of maximum fraction of molecules.