JEE Kinetic Theory of Gases PYQs
JEE Kinetic Theory of Gases PYQs are a useful part of your JEE Physics preparation because they show you exactly how questions from this chapter are framed in the exam. By solving them, you can strengthen important concepts such as the ideal gas equation, gas pressure, molecular speeds, degrees of freedom, the law of equipartition of energy, mean free path, internal energy, and specific heat capacities.
Most questions from Kinetic Theory of Gases are either direct numerical problems or short concept-based questions. The chapter may look formula-heavy at first, but it becomes much easier once you understand what each formula means and when it should be used. You do not need to memorise everything blindly. A clear understanding of the basic concepts, along with regular practice, can make this chapter one of the more manageable and scoring areas of JEE Physics.
In this blog, you will find a quick formula PDF, important previous-year questions in downloadable format, practice questions with answers, and a few extra problems for self-practice. You will also learn about common mistakes students make and simple ways to solve questions more accurately during the exam.
JEE Kinetic Theory of Gases Important PYQs PDF
This PDF can include important questions collected from the JEE Mains previous Year Question paper sets. The questions may cover topics such as pressure exerted by gas molecules, root mean square speed, average kinetic energy, degrees of freedom, equipartition of energy, molar heat capacities, the ratio of specific heats, and mean free path.
Practising these PYQs will help you understand which concepts are asked most often and how the difficulty level changes from one question to another. It will also help you improve your calculation speed, accuracy, and confidence before the actual examination.
Important Formulas for JEE Questions
You only need a small group of important formulas to solve most JEE Questions from Kinetic Theory of Gases. These formulas help you connect pressure, volume, temperature, molecular motion, kinetic energy, internal energy, and heat capacity.
You can download the complete formula PDF from the link above. Here is a quick revision of the most useful formulas:
Concept
Formula
Ideal Gas Equation
PV = nRT
Pressure of an Ideal Gas
P = ⅓ρv²rms
Average Translational Kinetic Energy
K.E.avg = 3/2 kT
Translational Kinetic Energy per Mole
K.E. = 3/2 RT
Root Mean Square Speed
vrms = √(3RT/M)
Average Speed
vavg = √(8RT/πM)
Most Probable Speed
vmp = √(2RT/M)
Energy per Degree of Freedom
Energy = ½kT
Internal Energy of an Ideal Gas
U = f/2 nRT
Molar Heat Capacity at Constant Volume
Cv = f/2 R
Molar Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure
Cp = Cv + R
Ratio of Specific Heats
γ = Cp/Cv
These formulas are commonly used in questions based on molecular speeds, pressure, temperature, internal energy, degrees of freedom, and heat capacities. Instead of simply memorising them, try to understand the conditions under which each formula is valid. This will make numerical problems much easier to solve.
Top 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Kinetic Theory PYQs
Students often lose marks in this chapter because of small errors rather than a lack of understanding. Since several formulas look similar, it is important to read every question carefully before starting the calculation.
Mixing Up Different Molecular Speeds
Root mean square speed, average speed, and most probable speed are not the same. Each has a different formula and a different physical meaning. Always check which speed the question is asking for before substituting the values.
Using Molar Mass in the Wrong Unit
In molecular-speed formulas, molar mass is generally used in kilograms per mole. If the value is given in grams per mole, convert it before calculation. Missing this conversion can change the final answer completely.
Choosing the Wrong Degrees of Freedom
Internal energy and molar heat capacity depend on the number of degrees of freedom of the gas. Before applying a formula, identify whether the gas is monoatomic, diatomic, or polyatomic. Also pay attention to the temperature range mentioned in the question.
Confusing Temperature With Molecular Speed
The average kinetic energy of gas molecules is directly proportional to absolute temperature. However, molecular speed is proportional to the square root of temperature. Students often confuse these two relationships and select the wrong option.
Ignoring the Conditions of an Ideal Gas
Most formulas in this chapter are based on the assumptions of an ideal gas. Make sure the gas is in thermal equilibrium and that the given situation allows the ideal-gas relations to be applied.
Practice With a JEE Mains Mock Test
Once you have revised the formulas and solved the chapter-wise PYQs, attempt a JEE Mains Mock Test under proper exam conditions. A timed mock test will help you check whether you can identify the correct formula quickly and complete calculations without wasting too much time.
After finishing the test, review every incorrect answer. Try to identify whether the mistake happened because of a weak concept, an incorrect formula, a unit-conversion error, or a calculation mistake. This kind of analysis is more useful than simply checking your final score.
List of JEE Kinetic Theory of Gases Questions
Here is a short collection of JEE Kinetic Theory of Gases Questions for practice. These questions can include common exam patterns based on the ideal gas equation, gas pressure, rms speed, average kinetic energy, degrees of freedom, internal energy, the equipartition theorem, and specific heat capacities.
Solve the questions first without looking at the answers. If you get stuck, revise the related concept and try again. Regular practice will help you recognise standard question types, improve your speed, and become more confident while solving this chapter in the JEE exam.
Question 1
Consider a sample of oxygen behaving like an ideal gas. At 300 K, the ratio of root-mean-square (RMS) velocity to the average velocity of the gas molecule would be :
(Molecular weight of oxygen is 32 g mol$$^{-1}$$; $$R = 8.3$$ J K$$^{-1}$$ mol$$^{-1}$$)
correct answer:- 3
Question 2
The number density of molecules of a gas depends on their distance r from the origin as, $$n(r) = n_0 e^{-\alpha r^4}$$. Then the numer of molecules is proportional to:
correct answer:- 3
Question 3
In a dilute gas at pressure P and temperature T, the time between successive collision of a molecule varies with T as:
correct answer:- 2
Question 4
The change in the magnitude of the volume of an ideal gas when a small additional pressure $$\Delta P$$ is applied at a constant temperature, is the same as the change when the temperature is reduced by a small quantity $$\Delta T$$ at constant pressure. The initial temperature and pressure of the gas were 300 K and 2 atm respectively. If $$|\Delta T| = C|\Delta P|$$ then value of C in (K/atm) is __________
correct answer:- 150
Question 5
Consider a mixture of $$n$$ moles of helium gas and $$2n$$ moles of oxygen gas (molecules taken to be rigid) as an ideal gas. Its $$\frac{C_P}{C_V}$$ value will be:
correct answer:- 1
Question 6
A gas has $$n$$ degrees of freedom. The ratio of specific heat of gas at constant volume to the specific heat of gas at constant pressure will be
correct answer:- 1
Question 7
If $$10^{22}$$ gas molecules each of mass $$10^{-26}$$ kg collides with a surface (perpendicular to it) elastically per second over an area 1 m$$^{2}$$ with a speed $$10^{4}$$ m/s, the pressure exerted by the gas molecules will be of the order of:
correct answer:- 1
Question 8
When 300 J of heat given to an ideal gas with $$C_{p}= \frac{7}{2}R$$ its temperature raises from $$20^{\circ}C$$ to $$50^{\circ}C$$ keeping its volume constant. The millimoles of the gas is (approximately) __ . (R = 8.314 J/mol.K)
correct answer:- 481
Question 9
According to law of equipartition of energy the molar specific heat of a diatomic gas at constant volume where the molecule has one additional vibrational mode is:-
correct answer:- 4
Question 10
Which of the following shows the correct relationship between the pressure $$P$$ and density $$\rho$$ of an ideal gas at constant temperature?
correct answer:- 4
Question 11
A bicycle tyre is filled with air having pressure of $$270$$ kPa at $$27°$$C. The approximate pressure of the air in the tyre when the temperature increases to $$36°$$C is
correct answer:- 3
Question 12
A sample of 1 mole gas at temperature T is adiabatically expanded to double its volume. If adiabatic constant for the gas is $$\gamma = \frac{3}{2}$$, then the work done by the gas in the process is:
correct answer:- 3
Question 13
The amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of 4 moles of a rigid diatomic gas from 0 $$^\circ$$C to 50 $$^\circ$$C when no work is done is ($$R$$ is the universal gas constant)
correct answer:- 4
Question 14
The ratio of vapour densities of two gases at the same temperature is $$\frac{4}{25}$$, then the ratio of r.m.s. velocities will be :
correct answer:- 3
Question 15
$$N$$ moles of a polyatomic gas $$(f = 6)$$ must be mixed with two moles of a monoatomic gas so that the mixture behaves as a diatomic gas. The value of $$N$$ is:
correct answer:- 3
Question 16
Following statements are given:
(1) The average kinetic energy of a gas molecule decreases when the temperature is reduced.
(2) The average kinetic energy of a gas molecule increases with increase in pressure at constant temperature.
(3) The average kinetic energy of a gas molecule decreases with increase in volume.
(4) Pressure of a gas increases with increase in temperature at constant volume.
(5) The volume of gas decreases with increase in temperature.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
correct answer:- 1
Question 17
Match the $$\frac{C_p}{C_v}$$ ratio for ideal gases with different type of molecules:
Molecule Type $$C_p/C_v$$
(A) Monoatomic (I) 7/5
(B) Diatomic rigid molecules (II) 9/7
(C) Diatomic non-rigid molecules (III) 4/3
(D) Triatomic rigid molecules (IV) 5/3
correct answer:- 3
Question 18
For an ideal gas the instantaneous change in pressure $$P$$ with volume $$V$$ is given by the equation $$\frac{dP}{dV} = -aP$$. If $$P = P_0$$ at $$V = 0$$ is the given boundary condition, then the maximum temperature one mole of gas can attain is: (Here $$\mathcal{R}$$ is the gas constant)
correct answer:- 4
Question 19
Using equipartition of energy, the specific heat (in J kg$$^{-1}$$ K$$^{-1}$$) of Aluminium at high temperature can be estimated to be (atomic weight of Aluminium = 27)
correct answer:- 4
Question 20
Two moles of helium gas is mixed with three moles of hydrogen molecules (taken to be rigid). What is the molar specific heat of mixture at constant volume? R = 8.3 J/mol K
correct answer:- 1
Question 21
The r.m.s. speed of oxygen molecules at $$47^\circ$$ is equal to that of the hydrogen molecules kept at ________ $$C^\circ$$. (Mass of oxygen molecule/mass of hydrogen molecule = 32/2)
correct answer:- 3
Question 22
Sound travels in a mixture of two moles of helium and $$n$$ moles of hydrogen. If rms speed of gas molecules in the mixture is $$\sqrt{2}$$ times the speed of sound, then the value of $$n$$ will be
correct answer:- 2
Question 23
A closed vessel contains 0.1 mole of a monoatomic ideal gas at 200 K. If 0.05 mole of the same gas at 400 K is added to it, the final equilibrium temperature (in K) of the gas in the vessel will be close to __________
correct answer:- 267
Question 24
One mole of a monoatomic gas is mixed with three moles of a diatomic gas. The molecular specific heat of mixture at constant volume is $$\frac{\alpha^2}{4}R$$ J mol$$^{-1}$$ K$$^{-1}$$; then the value of $$\alpha$$ will be _____. (Assume that the given diatomic gas has no vibrational mode.)
correct answer:- 3
Question 25
$$N$$ moles of diatomic gas in a cylinder is at a temperature $$T$$. Heat is supplied to the cylinder such that the temperature remains constant but $$n$$ moles of the diatomic gas get converted into monoatomic gas. The change in the total kinetic energy of the gas is
correct answer:- 4
Question 26
The internal energy of air in a $$4\,\text{m} \times 4\,\text{m} \times 3\,\text{m}$$ sized room at 1 atmospheric pressure will be _________ $$\times 10^6$$ J.
(Consider air as diatomic molecule)
correct answer:- 12
Question 27
If one mole of the polyatomic gas is having two vibrational modes and $$\beta$$ is the ratio of molar specific heats for polyatomic gas $$\left(\beta = \frac{C_p}{C_v}\right)$$ then the value of $$\beta$$ is:
correct answer:- 2
Question 28
To raise the temperature of a certain mass of gas by 50°C at a constant pressure, 160 calories of heat is required. When the same mass of gas is cooled by 100°C at constant volume, 240 calories of heat is released. How many degrees of freedom does each molecule of this gas have (assume gas to be ideal)?
correct answer:- 2
Question 29
A system consists of two types of gas molecules $$A$$ and $$B$$ having the same number density $$2 \times 10^{25}$$ m$$^{-3}$$. The diameter of $$A$$ and $$B$$ are 10A and 5A respectively. They suffer collisions at room temperature. The ratio of average distance covered by the molecule $$A$$ to that of $$B$$ between two successive collisions is _________ $$\times 10^{-2}$$
correct answer:- 25
Question 30
A container is divided into two chambers by a partition. The volume of first chamber is 4.5 litre and second chamber is 5.5 litre. The first chamber contain 3.0 moles of gas at pressure 2.0 atm and second chamber contain 4.0 moles of gas at pressure 3.0 atm. After the partition is removed and the mixture attains equilibrium, then, the common equilibrium pressure existing in the mixture is $$x \times 10^{-1}$$ atm. Value of $$x$$ (nearest integer) is ______
correct answer:- 26
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