Unit 2 Brownian Motion

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What causes random movement of particles?

Irregular bombardment of the particles by fast-moving invisible, air molecules

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What is Brownian Motion evidence for?

The existence of atoms of gases

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Who first observed brownian motion?

Robert Brown

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Are air particles visible?

The atoms are too small to be seen with visible light, even with the best microscope.

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Are air particles small compared to smoke particles?

Yes, they are very small indeed. About 1 millionth of a millimetre across.

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Are air particles fast?

They move fast

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How do air particles move?

Randomly.