Question

The temperature of a sample of liquid water changes from 50°C to 30°C. Which statement best explains the change

that must happen at the molecular level?
The molecules move more quickly and their average kinetic energy increases
The molecules move more bowly and their average kinetic energy decreases
The molecules move more quickly and their average kinetic energy decreases
The molecules move more slowly and their average kinetic energy increases.

Answer 1

The molecules move slower than the temp of 50°c and their average kinetic energy decreases.

Step-by-step explanation:

kinetic energy cannot increase as temperature is reduced. molecules will still move with reduced motion.