Molecular Speeds: The root-mean-square speed of the molecules of an ideal gas is v. The gas is now slowly compressed to one-half its original volume with no change in temperature. What is the root-mean-square speed of the molecules now?
A. 4v
B. 2v
C. v/
D. v
E. v/2
Answer: D
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