MCQ
What would be the reason for the absence of atmosphere on the Moon?
  • A
    The moon is quite light.
  • B
    The moon revolves around the Earth.
  • The value of root mean square velocity of gas molecules is more than the escape velocity.
  • D
    All of the above.

Answer

Correct option: C.
The value of root mean square velocity of gas molecules is more than the escape velocity.
C
The root mean square velocity of gas molecules is more than the escape velocity.

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