If the rms velocity of hydrogen gas at a certain temperature is $c,$ then the rms velocity of oxygen gas at the same temperature is

  • A
    $\frac{c}{8}$
  • B
    $\frac{c}{10}$
  • C
    $\frac{c}{4}$
  • D
    $\frac{c}{2}$

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