An Introduction to Thermal Physics
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Author: Daniel V. Schroeder
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Chapter 6.4, Problem 39P
(a)
To determine
The probability of nitrogen molecules moving faster than escape speed; comment on the result.
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To determine
The probability of hydrogen molecules moving faster than escape speed; the probability of helium atoms moving faster than escape speed; comment on the result.
(c)
To determine
The reason why the Moon has no atmosphere.
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