According to the Kinetic Theory an increase in temperature causes the kinetic energy of particles to?

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A. decrease
B. increase
C. be zero
D. remain constant

Correct Answer:

Option B – increase

Explanation

According to the kinetic theory of gases, when a substance is heated, the average kinetic energy of its molecules increases and this leads to a rise in temperature.

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