Root-Mean-Square Molecular Speed
v_rms = sqrt(3·k_B·T / m)
What it says
Computes the root-mean-square speed of gas molecules of mass m at absolute temperature T from kinetic theory.
Symbols
| Symbol | Quantity | Dimension |
|---|---|---|
v_rms | Root-mean-square speed (m/s) | L T^-1 |
T | Absolute temperature (K) | Θ |
m | Molecular mass (kg) | M |
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