On the basis of kinetic theory of gases, the gas exerts pressure because its molecules:

Option 1 - <p>Continuously lose their energy till it reaches wall.</p>
Option 2 - <p>Suffer change in momentum when impinge on the walls of container.</p>
Option 3 - <p>Are attracted by the walls of container.</p>
Option 4 - <p>Continuously stick to the walls of container.</p>
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According to KTG, the gas exerts pressure because its molecule :

suffer change in momentum when impinge on the walls of container.

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