Using the arguments based on quantum mechanics and the Boltzmann energy distribution explain briefly: a) why real molecules...

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Using the arguments based on quantum mechanics and theBoltzmann energy distribution
explain briefly:

a) why real molecules behave (from the thermodynamics point ofview) as the ideal gas molecules?
b) Why are the rotational degrees of freedom activated at lowertemperatures for most molecules?
c) Why are the vibrational degrees of freedom activated at hightemperatures for most molecules?
d) Why are the noble gases well approximated by the ideal gas?

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