Kinetic Particle Theory

The theory states that all matter is made of tiny particles and that all these particles are in constant, random motion

Assumptions made:

- All matter is made out of particles

- Matter is moving constantly and randomly

Assumptions of the Kinetic Particle Theory

- Particles are in constant motion and move in random directions

- Particles posses kinetic energy

- Forces of attraction exist between particles

- Heavier particles travel slower than lighter particles

- Particles do not stick to each other after collision (elastic collision)

- Particles do not stick with the walls of container and bounces back of collision with the walls of container

- Particles are small and discrete.

Limitations of the Kinetic Particle Theory

- Forces of attraction between particles are not seen in the model (Only for static picture but can be shown clearly on animation)

- Movement of particles in terms of direction and speed may not be accurately captured on static picture but can be shown clearly on animation

- Distance between particles in model may not be scaled accurately to actual distance between particles