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According to the kinetic theory of gases, the pressure exerted by a gas is due to

According to the kinetic theory of gases, the pressure exerted by a gas is due to
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  • A The vibrations of gas particles.
  • B The weight of the gas particles
  • C The attractive forces between gas particles
  • D The collisions of gas particles with the container walls
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
In the kinetic theory of gases, the pressure exerted by a gas is a result of the frequent and random collisions of gas particles with the walls of the container. The force of these collisions creates pressure on the container walls.

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