Which of the following gases diffuses fastest under identical conditions? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following gases diffuses fastest under identical conditions?
A. N₂
B. Cl₂
C. O₂
D. NH₃
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Graham's law: rate ∝ 1/√M. Molar masses: O₂=32, N₂=28, NH₃=17, Cl₂=71. NH₃ has the smallest molar mass, so it diffuses fastest.

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