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What causes a moving object to transform some of its kinetic energy into thermal energy?

it moves at a constant rate.
it slows down.
it speeds up.


it encounters friction.

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Answer: It encounters Friction

Step-by-step explanation:

Whenever a moving object experiences friction, some of its kinetic energy is transformed into thermal energy. Mechanical energy is always transformed into thermal energy due to friction.

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