Two Maxwell–Boltzmann speed distributions

CHEMISTRY · Subjective · AP · Chemistry · Properties of Substances and Mixtures · Properties of Substances and Mixtures

Problem

Two Maxwell–Boltzmann speed distributions, labeled X and Y, are measured for the same monatomic gas. Distribution X has a peak at

500\,\text{m/s}

and is broader than distribution Y, whose peak is at

300\,\text{m/s}

. Which distribution corresponds to the higher gas temperature? Briefly justify your choice.