A basic postulate of the kinetic theory of gases is that the molecules of a gas move in straight lines between collisions. This implies that

A.

collisions are perfectly elastic

B.

forces of repulsion exist

C.

forces of repulsion and attraction are in equilibrium

D.

collisions are inelastic

Correct answer is A

According to one of the kinetic theories of gases, When collisions occur, the molecules lose no kinetic energy; that is, the collisions are said to be perfectly elastic.