Calculate the value of mean free path $(\lambda)$ for oxygen molecules at temperature $27^{\circ} C$ and pressure $1.01 \times 10^{5} Pa$. Assume the molecular diameter $d = 0.3 nm$ and the gas is ideal. Given Boltzmann constant $k = 1.38 \times 10^{-23} J K^{-1}$. (Result in $nm$)

  • A
    $58$
  • B
    $32$
  • C
    $86$
  • D
    $102$

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