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Question
An increase in thermal energy leads to _____(1 point)
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an increase in heat and an increase in kinetic energy until a phase change occurs.
an increase in heat and an increase in kinetic energy until a phase change occurs.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

an increase in heat and an increase in kinetic energy until a phase change occurs.

This statement accurately reflects the relationship between thermal energy, heat, and kinetic energy. As thermal energy increases, the kinetic energy of the particles in a substance also increases, leading to an increase in temperature until a phase change occurs.