Kinetic Theory of Gases: Practice Problem & Solution

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Kinetic Theory of Gases. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

Kinetic energy is directly proportional to the absolute temperature ($E_k = \frac{3}{2}kT$). At absolute zero ($T = 0 \text{ K}$), the translational kinetic energy becomes zero, implying that all molecular motion stops.