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Explain in terms of the motion of the molecules of the gas why the volume of gas must increase if the pressure is to remain constant as the gas is heated.

- When gas is heated, the molecules gain kinetic energy. 

  • This causes more collisions of greater force per unit time with the wall of the container. 
  • If the pressure i...
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Answered by Connor S. Physics tutor
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A spherical object of mass 150kg is orbiting the Earth. The distance between the centre of the object and the centre of the Earth is 25,000m. What is the kinetic energy of the object?

This is an example of circular motion caused by a centripetal force. In this case, the centripetal force is the gravitational force between the Earth and the object. Linking the equations for circular ...

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Answered by Ryan L. Physics tutor
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Help, I have designers block!

We all get to the point where we have been drawing or working on a project for so long that we feel completely uninspired.Its often a good idea to take a break at this point, if you're really stressed and...

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What is the law of diminishing (marginal) returns?

This a fundamental for theory of the firm. It explains the shape of the marginal product (MP) curve!

Formal Definition: When one or more factors are held fixed, there will come a p...

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Answered by Yasmin A. Economics tutor
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When should I use the subjunctive case?

- in wish clauses: utinam + sub, utinam ne (when -ve) + subjunctive, vellem + imperfect/pluperfect subjunctive

-indirect question (he asked what I had eaten for dinner): he asked would be...

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Answered by Phoebe W. Latin tutor
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