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The mean free path λ is given by , in few lines explain the physical significant of λ. Assume ideal behavior, obtain an expression for λ in terms of P and T and use it to calculate its value at the orbit of the space shuttle with pressure = 1.03 Pa. Assume d = 3 x 10-10

The mean free path λ is given by , in few lines explain the physical significant of λ. Assume ideal behavior, obtain an expression for λ in terms of P and T and use it to calculate its value at the orbit of the space shuttle with pressure = 1.03 Pa. Assume d = 3 x 10-10

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The mean free path λ is given by , in few lines explain the physical significant of λ. Assume ideal behavior, obtain an expression for λ in terms of P and T and use it to calculate its value at the orbit of the space shuttle with pressure = 1.03 Pa. Assume d = 3 x 10-10  

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The pressure of the space shuttle is given as, P=1.03 Pa

The diameter of the space shuttle is given as, d=3×10-10 m

TO DETERMINE:

(a) The expression for mean free path in terms of pressure and temperature.

(b) The value of mean free path of the space shuttle, λ.

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