$A$ rocket is propelled by a gas which is initially at a temperature of $4000\, K$. The temperature of the gas falls to $1000\, K$ as it leaves the exhaust nozzle. The gas which will acquire the largest momentum while leaving the nozzle is:

  • A
    Hydrogen
  • B
    Helium
  • C
    Nitrogen
  • D
    Argon

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According to the kinetic theory of gases,which of the following statements are correct?
$A$. The motion of the gas molecules freezes at $0^{\circ} C$.
$B$. The mean free path of gas molecules decreases if the density of molecules is increased.
$C$. The mean free path of gas molecules increases if temperature is increased keeping pressure constant.
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