Determine whether the atoms of 0.5 L of oxygen gas and 0.5 L of nitrogen gas have the same average kinetic energy at room temperature and atmospheric pressure.

• A. At room temperature and atmospheric pressure, the kinetic energy of the atoms of oxygen gas and nitrogen gas are the same.
• B. At room temperature and atmospheric pressure, the kinetic energy of the atoms of oxygen gas is greater than nitrogen gas
• C. At room temperature and atmospheric pressure, the kinetic energy of the atoms of oxygen gas is less than nitrogen gas

Answer: (A)