JAMB Physics · Section 18

Molecular Nature of Matter

18. Structure of Matter and Kinetic Theory

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Official JAMB Physics outline · 18. Structure of Matter and Kinetic Theory

Contents / notes

  • Atoms and molecules.
  • Molecular theory and explanations of Brownian motion, diffusion, surface tension, capillarity, adhesion, cohesion and angles of contact.
  • Law of definite proportions.
  • Examples and applications.

Candidate objectives

  • Differentiate between atoms and molecules.
  • Use molecular theory to explain Brownian motion, diffusion, surface tension, capillarity, adhesion, cohesion and angle of contact.
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