KINETIC THEORY OF MATTER AND GAS LAWS (PART 1)
The Kinetic Theory of Matter explains that all matter is composed of tiny particles—atoms and molecules—that are in constant motion. This motion is influenced by temperature, where higher temperatures increase particle energy and movement. The theory forms the foundation for understanding the behavior of gases, as described by the Gas Laws. These laws—Boyle’s Law, Charles’s Law, and Avogadro’s Law—relate a gas’s pressure, volume, and temperature to the number of particles present. For instance, Boyle’s Law states that pressure and volume are inversely proportional at a constant temperature, while Charles’s Law highlights the direct relationship between volume and temperature at constant pressure. Together, the kinetic theory and gas laws provide a comprehensive framework for predicting and analyzing the properties and behaviors of gases in various conditions.