Some assumptions from the kinetic molecular theory are listed below.Which one is most frequently cited to explain compressibility of a gas?
A)The average kinetic energy of gas particles is proportional to the Kelvin temperature.
B)Collisions of gas particles are elastic and total kinetic energy of the gas is constant.
C)A gas consist of tiny particles moving in random straight line motion.
D)The volume of the particles is negligible compared to the volume of the gas.

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The assumption that the volume of the gas particles is negligible compared to the volume of the gas is most frequently cited to explain compressibility, as this allows for the gas particles to be compressed together more tightly without significantly impacting the overall volume of the gas.

Some Assumptions from the Kinetic Molecular Theory Are Listed Below