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What kind of energy causes evaporation

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Answer:

Kinetic energy

Step-by-step explanation:

Since the kinetic energy and temperature of a molecule are usually similar, evaporation occurs quicker with higher temperatures. Latent heat removes heat when water evaporates which lowers the temperature of whatever was in contact with the water

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Latent heat- when water evaporates it removes heat
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