Question 1 of 10
2 Points
A piece of ice absorbs heat and melts. Which statement best describes the
changes in the ice as it melts?
A. The kinetic energy of the particles increases as the temperature
increases.
B. The potential energy of the particles increases as intermolecular
forces are overcome.
C. The potential energy of the particles increases as the temperature
increases.
D. The kinetic energy of the particles increases as intermolecular
forces are overcome.